Cloud Solutions Architect / Infrastructure Lead

TL;DR

Cloud Solutions Architect / Infrastructure Lead (Cloud/Networking): Building and optimizing enterprise networking and hybrid cloud infrastructures with an accent on Microsoft Azure architectures, Active Directory, and infrastructure security. Focus on designing robust backup/recovery solutions, integrating IT/OT environments, and ensuring secure remote access.

Location: Hybrid, Porto, Portugal

Company

hirify.global is a specialized IT consulting partner with 18 years of experience, focused on agile, people-centered solutions for clients in a fast-moving market.

What you will do

• Design and optimize enterprise networking and system infrastructures.
• Implement and manage hybrid cloud architectures leveraging Microsoft Azure.
• Oversee on-premises and virtualized environments, ensuring secure operations.
• Develop and integrate robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Lead the integration of IT and OT environments with a strong focus on security principles.
• Provide expertise in secure remote access solutions, including VPNs and hybrid connectivity.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in enterprise networking and systems.
• Hands-on experience with Active Directory / Entra ID, Domain Controllers, and DNS.
• Practical knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures with Microsoft Azure.
• Expertise in secure remote access solutions (VPNs, hybrid connectivity).
• Experience implementing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure security principles.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect) or equivalent networking/infrastructure certifications (e.g., CCNP).
• Work from Porto, Portugal (Hybrid).

Culture & Benefits

• No-term full-time contract.
• Health Insurance.
• 22 days of paid vacation + 4 extra days annually.
• Meal Allowance on card (Coverflex).
• Training annual budget.
• Team-oriented culture with challenging international projects.