Role: .NET Azure Architect

Duration: 6 months C2H

Location: Sacramento & Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid)

Note: GC/USC Only

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled .NET Azure Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in .NET technologies, Azure cloud services, and modern architectural patterns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end architecture for enterprise applications using .NET Core/Framework and Microsoft Azure.
• Define cloud-native architecture strategies including microservices, serverless, containers (AKS), and API management.
• Lead cloud migration initiatives from on-premise to Azure.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and security teams to ensure robust and scalable solutions.
• Guide development teams on best practices, code reviews, and performance optimization.
• Define CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Ensure architecture compliance with industry standards and security practices.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in software development with strong focus on .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, API Gateway, Azure SQL, Storage, etc.).
• Strong understanding of architectural patterns (SOA, microservices, event-driven).
• Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, ARM/Bicep templates, or Terraform.
• Proven leadership in technical design and mentoring development teams.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred:

• Azure Architect certification (AZ-305 or similar).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (Azure AD, OAuth2).