ARCHITECT - Azure

 

Job Description  Azure & Wintel SME / ArchitectExperience

10?15 Years

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Azure & Wintel SME / Architect to lead the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of enterprise Microsoft infrastructure environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure Cloud, Windows Server technologies, virtualization platforms, identity services, automation, disaster recovery, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

The role will act as the technical authority for Azure and Wintel platforms, providing strategic direction, architecture governance, operational excellence, and technical leadership across infrastructure services.

Key ResponsibilitiesAzure Cloud Architecture & Operations

• Design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure services.
• Define cloud migration and modernization strategies.
• Architect highly available, scalable, and secure cloud solutions.
• Manage Azure Landing Zones, subscriptions, governance, and policies.
• Implement Azure security controls and compliance frameworks.
• Optimize Azure resource utilization and cloud costs.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities within Azure.

Wintel Infrastructure Management

• Architect and manage Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022 and above).
• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, DFS, and Certificate Services.
• Design and maintain high-availability Windows infrastructure.
• Lead Windows Server upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and operating system issues.

Virtualization & Datacenter Technologies

• Design and administer VMware vSphere and Hyper-V environments.
• Manage virtual infrastructure performance, capacity, and optimization.
• Support datacenter modernization initiatives.
• Implement infrastructure resiliency and high-availability solutions.

Identity & Security

• Manage Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and hybrid identity solutions.
• Implement Conditional Access, MFA, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Zero Trust principles.
• Lead identity integration and federation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and audit requirements.

Backup, DR & Business Continuity

• Design backup and recovery strategies for cloud and on-prem environments.
• Implement Azure Site Recovery and disaster recovery solutions.
• Conduct DR drills and infrastructure resiliency testing.
• Define and monitor RTO/RPO adherence.

Automation & Infrastructure as Code

• Develop automation solutions using:
  • PowerShell
  • Azure CLI
  • ARM Templates
  • Bicep
  • Terraform
• Streamline provisioning, monitoring, compliance, and operational activities.

Monitoring & Performance Management

• Implement and manage:
  • Azure Monitor
  • Log Analytics
  • Application Insights
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Third-party monitoring tools
• Establish proactive monitoring and alerting frameworks.

Leadership & Governance

• Act as Infrastructure Architect and technical escalation point.
• Lead technical reviews, infrastructure assessments, and solution design workshops.
• Prepare architecture documents, HLDs, LLDs, and operational runbooks.
• Mentor engineers and technical SMEs.
• Participate in CAB reviews, governance meetings, and customer discussions.

Required Technical SkillsAzure

• Azure Virtual Machines
• Azure Networking
• Azure Storage
• Azure Backup
• Azure Site Recovery
• Azure Monitor
• Azure Landing Zones
• Azure Virtual Desktop (Preferred)
• Azure Kubernetes Service (Preferred)
• Azure Governance & Security

Microsoft Infrastructure

• Windows Server Administration
• Active Directory
• Group Policy
• DNS / DHCP
• DFS
• PKI / Certificate Services
• WSUS
• IIS

Virtualization

• VMware vSphere
• vCenter
• Hyper-V
• Virtual Infrastructure Design

Automation

• PowerShell Scripting
• Terraform
• ARM Templates
• Bicep
• Azure DevOps

Monitoring & Security

• Azure Monitor
• Log Analytics
• Microsoft Defender Suite
• SIEM Integration
• Vulnerability Management

Preferred CertificationsAzure

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Azure Security Engineer Associate

Infrastructure

• VMware VCP Certification
• Microsoft Windows Server Certifications
• ITIL Foundation

Soft Skills

• Strong customer-facing communication skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
• Ability to manage critical incidents and executive escalations.
• Strong documentation and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinking with focus on business outcomes.

Role Type: SME / Technical Architect
Level: Senior SME / Architect (L3/L4)