About the Role
The Azure Architect is responsible for designing and delivering high-quality cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure. The role focuses on building scalable, secure, and automated cloud platforms, while supporting teams in adopting best practices and cloud-native approaches.Purpose & ResponsibilitiesThe Azure Architect provides technical leadership and guidance across cloud platform initiatives, acting as a subject matter expert in Azure architecture and automation. The role involves close collaboration with platform, product, security, and operations teams to design, implement, and continuously improve a fully automated cloud environment. The architect also supports teams in applying automation and cloud best practices throughout the full lifecycle of their products and platforms.Key Responsibilities / DeliverablesDesign and implement automation processes for application and infrastructure deploymentDevelop reusable infrastructure-as-code modules (e.g. Terraform) for internal consumptionEvaluate Azure services and define standard automation patternsContribute to the design and hands-on delivery of a fully automated Azure cloud platformProduce technical documentation ensuring compliance with security and operational standardsKey Stakeholder InteractionsCollaborate with enterprise architecture and security teams to define standards and guardrailsSupport product and platform teams in adopting cloud platform capabilities and new featuresProvide technical input, updates, and reporting to management as requiredWork with operations teams to enhance and evolve the platform in response to incidents or operational needsSuccess MetricsAvailability and reliability of the cloud platformMeasurable value delivered through automation of manual processesQuality and maintainability of delivered solutionsAdoption of cloud platform features and servicesStakeholder feedback and satisfactionSkills & ExperienceStrong technical expertise in Microsoft Azure and cloud architecture patternsSolid understanding of cloud security principles and best practicesExperience with automation and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, PowerShell, automation runbooks)Familiarity with agile and continuous delivery practicesStrong design and problem-solving skillsWays of Working / MethodologiesExperience with modern software delivery methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban)Relevant Azure certifications are an advantage (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect Expert)Professional AttributesHands-on and pragmatic architectural approachStrong leadership and collaboration skills