Cloud Architect (Azure)

TL;DR

Cloud Architect (Azure): Designing and implementing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions for enterprise clients with an accent on Azure IaaS/PaaS, cost optimization, and disaster recovery planning. Focus on creating technical roadmaps, conducting architecture reviews, and providing thought leadership to application teams to ensure system reliability and performance.

Location: Costa Rica

Company

hirify.global is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company.

What you will do

• Provide architectural guidance and thought leadership for cloud governance and solution design.
• Create and document cloud deployment architectures and application landscapes.
• Perform architecture reviews, risk assessments, and cloud service vetting.
• Develop new solutions and conduct Proof of Concepts (POCs) based on customer needs.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives to deliver business value.
• Assist application teams in resolving complex technical issues.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Azure infrastructure, including Virtual Networks, Site-to-Site VPN, and ExpressRoute.
• Experience with Azure PaaS resources such as Azure SQL, Web Apps, Application Gateway, and AD authentication.
• Proficiency in JSON templates, Visual Studio, and PowerShell scripting.
• Ability to design implementation roadmaps for DR, IaaS, and PaaS environments.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365, AD, Exchange, and Intune.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for consulting and RFP development.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Linux, Chef, and Puppet.
• Experience in managing teams and driving system reliability and availability.