Role :- Cloud Architect / Cloud Solution Architect
Location :- Alpharetta, GA – Onsite
Duration :- Long Term Contract
ONLY GC/USC/H1B
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced, certified Azure Architect with extensive hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Kubernetes, as well as a proven track record of successfully migrating 100+ applications to Azure. The candidate will play a pivotal role in architecting scalable, high-performance solutions while working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver top-tier infrastructure and cloud-native applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cloud Architecture & Design: Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable, secure, and cost-effective Azure-based architectures for both new and existing systems.
- Migration Leadership: Drive end-to-end migration of large-scale enterprise applications (100+ apps) from on-premises or other cloud platforms to Microsoft Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum performance.
- Kubernetes & Istio Management: Design and implement Kubernetes clusters (AKS, openshift) for microservices architectures, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across environments.
- Automation & CI/CD: Develop and automate deployment pipelines using Github actions or Gitlab, and other cloud-native tools to streamline infrastructure and application delivery.
- Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with DevOps, development, and operations teams to ensure the best practices are followed for cloud architecture, containerization, and orchestration. Mentor junior architects and engineers in cloud-native technologies. Mentor Operations in managing production environments in Azure.
- Performance Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize the performance, security, and scalability of the Azure cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes clusters, and Istio service meshes.
- Technical Leadership: Provide architectural guidance, conduct code and architecture reviews, and help to establish best practices across the organization.