Azure Integration Services Architect

We at Coforge are hiring Azure Integration Services (AIS) Integration Architects with the following skill‑set: Comprehensive knowledge of Azure Integration Services: Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management, Azure Functions. Cloud deployments, VNETs, shared spaces, and multi‑environment promotion strategies. RESTful API design, OAuth2/OIDC, JWT; external IdP integrations (Azure AD, Okta). Event‑driven design with Service Bus/Event Grid; microservices and pub–sub patterns. CI/CD with Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions; infrastructure‑as‑code exposure is a plus. Testing & QA: automated unit/integration tests, contract tests; Postman collections and collaboration workflows About the Role The AIS Integration Architect will lead the design, implementation, and governance of Azure integration services‑based solutions across multiple enterprise workstreams—including external partner integrations, identity & authentication, and event‑driven architectures. This role combines architectural leadership with hands‑on development to ensure scalability, security, and operational readiness. The Architect will establish frameworks and best practices that serve as a foundation for future AIS projects and managed services models. Responsibilities Define and document end‑to‑end integration architecture using Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management, Azure Functions). Establish API‑led connectivity patterns for external partner integrations, identity services, and event‑driven architectures. Ensure compliance with security standards (OAuth2, OIDC, JWT, TLS) and enforce identity policies for Azure AD/Okta. Design event‑driven frameworks leveraging Service Bus, Event Grid, DLQs, retry/backoff, and performance baselines. Hands‑On Development Actively develop critical components, proofs‑of‑concept, and complex integrations (Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Data Factory). Build reusable templates, connectors, and API implementations for scalable cloud deployments. Configure CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions), secrets management, and environment promotion strategies. Troubleshoot and optimise performance (caching, pagination, connection strategies) in lower and production environments. Governance & Best Practices Create API style guides, coding standards, and reference implementations for AIS. Enforce automated testing coverage thresholds; establish quality gates and code review processes. Implement observability using Azure Monitor, App Insights, and centralized logging; define SLOs/SLIs for services. Leadership & Delivery Serve as technical authority for onsite/offshore teams; mentor Tech Leads and Senior Developers. Lead sprint ceremonies with product and platform stakeholders; maintain clear Definition of Ready/Done. Conduct architecture reviews and oversee backlog grooming aligned to roadmap and KPIs (velocity, MTTR, defect leakage). Transition to Managed Services Create operational runbooks, on‑call rotations, and incident/problem/change management workflows. Define a glide path for handover with checklists, knowledge transfer plans, and steady‑state support models. Required Skills Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. AWS/MuleSoft integration certifications (nice to have). Preferred Skills Strong client‑facing communication and stakeholder management. Ability to influence architectural decisions and drive consensus. Mentorship mindset with high ownership and bias to action. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Quality Assurance and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Coforge by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr