ARCHITECT - Azure

Azure Integration ArchitectJob Description

• Design and implement end-to-end enterprise integration solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Define integration architecture, technical standards, and best practices.
• Integrate cloud-based, on-premises, and third-party applications.
• Design scalable, secure, and reliable API and messaging solutions.
• Lead architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and integration strategy.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and infrastructure teams.
• Ensure high availability, performance, security, and cost optimization.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.

Required Skills

• Azure Integration Services
• Azure Logic Apps
• Azure Functions
• Azure API Management (APIM)
• Azure Service Bus (Queues, Topics, Subscriptions)
• Azure Event Grid
• REST APIs, SOAP, JSON, and XML
• Microservices and event-driven architecture
• C# and .NET Core
• Microsoft Entra ID, OAuth 2.0, and JWT
• Azure Key Vault and Managed Identities
• Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and Git
• Azure Monitor and Application Insights
• Integration patterns, error handling, retries, and resiliency
• Infrastructure as Code using Bicep or Terraform

Experience and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development and enterprise integration.
• Strong experience designing Azure-based integration architectures.
• Experience with API design, messaging, and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of cloud security, governance, and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.
• Azure Solutions Architect certification is preferred.