CLOUD ARCHITECT

OVERALL EXPERIENCE 12YRS+ 
Major Duties:
Oversee architecture, management, configuration, and layout of Azure infrastructures.
Provide expert-level architecture design for Azure environments
Demonstrate knowledge of DevOps tool chains and processes
Develop solutions architecture and evaluate architectural alternatives for private, public and hybrid cloud models, including IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud services
Act as a Subject Matter Expert to the organization for cloud end-to-end architecture, including networking, provisioning, and management
Offer in-depth analysis of Azure environment and recommend best practices in Compute, Storage, Backup, Recovery, and Archiving.
Ensure delivered solutions meet/perform to technical and functional/non-functional requirements
Use prior knowledge and creativity to troubleshoot and solve technical issues as they arise.
Keep up to date with developments on current cloud computing solutions and processes.
Provide guidance to cross-functional teams on using and accessing data on the cloud, especially during major transfer, updates, or changes.
Participate in Root Cause Analysis reviews to improve Azure system performance.
Recommend operational improvements and changes to align with best practices and policies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have minimally achieved the following level of experience:
Deep understanding of cloud computing technologies, applications, and trends.
Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, software application, and design.
Experience using Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, or other major cloud computing services.
Strong cloud migration and data management skills with an emphasis on data privacy and security.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities and can thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Strong communication skills with the willingness to collaborate with cross-functional departments and teams.
5+ years of experience in planning, designing, and managing Azure infrastructures.
5+ years of experience in implementing backup and disaster recovery solutions for Azure, following industry best practices and change management policies.
5+ years of experience in analyzing Azure environments and recommending best practices in Compute, Storage, Backup Recovery, and Archiving specific to Azure.