You will define cloud architecture standards and lead application modernization efforts primarily on Azure.
This role is hybrid.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain application and integration architecture standards, including reusable patterns for microservices, APIs, and event-driven systems.
Design modernization paths for legacy applications using rehost, replatform, refactor, or retire strategies.
Build Azure landing zone components, cloud governance configurations, and hybrid cloud integrations with AWS and GCP.
Perform architecture-led portfolio assessments using TIME or 6R frameworks to identify consolidation and migration opportunities.
Create Infrastructure as Code templates using Terraform, Bicep, or Pulumi and support CI/CD pipeline architecture.
Required Skills
5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and application modernization.
Deep expertise with Azure services including AKS, Functions, APIM, and PaaS.
Proficiency in AWS and GCP for hybrid cloud integration scenarios.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM, or Pulumi.
Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab, or Jenkins.
Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools like Ansible.
Understanding of DevSecOps practices and cloud security best practices (IAM, RBAC, network security).
Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and ITIL.
Preferred Skills
Experience with ServiceNow APM/CMDB for application inventory and lifecycle management.
Familiarity with cloud cost optimization using Azure Advisor and FinOps guidelines.