Azure Solutions Architect

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Do you enjoy getting in front of an audience and collaboratively designing complex solutions on a whiteboard? Are you a visionary technologist who can see the path that a client should take over multiple years as they go on their journey to the cloud? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and your actions directly impact the success of client businesses every day? If you said yes to these questions, then Invero wants to talk to youAt Invero, we help forward thinking companies to maximize the value of their investments in the Microsoft cloud. We are seeking a dynamic and technically adept Cloud Solution Architect specializing in Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will bring not only exceptional technical skills but also the confidence and charisma to impress clients in every interaction. You will play a critical role in working with clients to design, deploy, and manage complex Azure-based solutions while showcasing your technical prowess and swagger in client conversations and presentations.ResponsibilitiesSolution Design and ArchitectureDevelop and design robust cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, aligning with client requirements and best practices such as the CAF and WAFCreate comprehensive architecture diagrams and technical documentation to communicate design decisions clearlyProvide technical leadership to help deliver existing and develop new service offerings, focusing on current and emerging Microsoft cloud technologiesResponsible to lead proposal writing processes which includes understanding the customer requirements, contribute to preparing the solution – presenting capabilities, experience, solutioning and pricing, and authoring the responseClient Engagement and Presentations:Lead client meetings and presentations with authority and confidence, effectively communicating complex technical concepts in a compelling mannerServe as a trusted advisor, showcasing deep Azure expertise to instill confidence and trust in our solutionsAttend client discovery calls to uncover requirements and new opportunities that you will then turn into proposals that Sales can present to the clientWork with the Sales team to strategize about client technical needs and future opportunities to seek outDeployment and Migration:Plan and oversee the execution the delivery of complex technical projects from lift and shift migrations to application modernization. Along the way, ensuring the team has the support and mentorship that they need to make your design the client’s realityWillingness to be a resource on projects as required to meet or exceed delivery expectations of the client, providing a solution that meets their requirementsInfrastructure Management:Implement automation scripts and infrastructure as code using Azure CLI, PowerShell, Bicep or ARM templates to enhance operational efficiencyCreation and implementation of repeatable processes and playbooks for the delivery team to useSecurity and Compliance:Design and implement robust and secure solutions, covering such areas including identity and access management, network security, and compliance with industry standardsEnsure solutions adhere to regulatory requirements and organizational policiesMonitoring and Optimization:Set up and manage comprehensive monitoring solutions to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of Azure resourcesPerform regular performance tuning and optimization to maximize resource utilizationBackup and Disaster Recovery:Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity and data protectionCollaboration and Support:Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, troubleshoot issues, and provide expert guidanceProvide advanced support for Azure-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to servicesMentorship and relationships:Provide mentorship to the technical team and keep them engaged and excited about our projects and learningBuild relationships with key clients and become their go to person to discuss technical challenges they are facing in their environments and provide roadmap guidanceHelp others think critically and educate non-technical audiences and stakeholders on complex technical solutionsStay current with Azure technologies, tools, and best practicesEvaluate and recommend new solutions and improvements to enhance our service offeringsUse changes within Azure as talking points with clients and how those changes may work to their advantageBe an internal evangelist for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing of technical topics across the entire Invero teamQualifications5+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure7-10 years of experience in systems administrationRelevant Microsoft certifications and exams such as AZ-103 Azure Administrator, AZ-104 Azure Administrator Associate, AZ-305 Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AZ-400 DevOps Engineer ExpertProven experience as a Cloud Technical Architect or Cloud Solution Architect or similar roles, specializing in Microsoft AzureExperience with both cloud infrastructure and cloud native application development to provide architectural guidance to technical resources and the clientDemonstrated experience working in a presales technical capacity to uncover requirements from a client and turn those into proposalsDeep technical expertise in Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, security, and monitoringStrong scripting skills and experience with Azure CLI, PowerShell, Bicep and ARM templatesExperience with leveraging Infrastructure as Code techniques and CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for automated deployment of resourcesExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to impress and inspire clientsAbility to juggle many priorities at the same time across multiple clients and projects simultaneouslyExperience mentoring other technical team members and being a technical leader within a company that sets a high standard for everyone that you work withStrong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challengesBe driven by a collaborative spirit and a commitment to contributing to the team’s success and the growth of InveroYou must be comfortable talking to people and have the ability to get in front of a client and talk knowledgeably about technical topics on many different topics. If you don’t know something, then you should be the type of person who will do some research and quickly mock something up in the lab to expand your knowledge so that you can confidently come back to the team with a tried and tested solution.The role is a full time employee position with a base salary that will depend on experience, certifications and other qualifications. 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