Azure Architect

Cape Town, WC, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

About the Role



We are looking for an experienced

Azure Architect

to lead the design, implementation, and management of our Microsoft Azure cloud solutions. You will work closely with business and technical teams to create scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures that support business goals and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities



Design and architect Azure cloud solutions including infrastructure, networking, security, and application deployment. Develop cloud strategies and roadmaps aligned with business objectives. Lead migration projects from on-premises or other cloud platforms to Azure. Define best practices and governance frameworks for Azure environments. Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure successful implementation. Evaluate new Azure services and technologies to optimize architecture. Ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Document architecture designs, diagrams, and deployment plans. Mentor and guide cloud engineers and other team members.

Requirements



Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Proven experience (5+ years) designing and implementing Azure solutions. Deep understanding of Azure services: Virtual Machines, Azure AD, Azure Networking, Azure Security, Azure DevOps, and serverless technologies. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM templates, Terraform, Bicep). Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks. Hands-on experience with Azure governance, cost management, and monitoring tools. Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures and on-premises integration. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Relevant certifications such as

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications



Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration on Azure (AKS). Knowledge of DevOps pipelines and automation. Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus. Experience with enterprise-scale cloud transformations.
Job Type: Full-time

Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

designing and implementing Azure solutions: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1459050
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, WC, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned