We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud & Automation Architect to lead the design, implementation, and automation of scalable Azure cloud solutions. This role requires expertise in Azure Cloud, AI-driven automation, cloud migration, Dev Ops, and security best practices. You will play a key role in optimizing cloud operations, automating workflows, and enhancing security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Migration
Lead end-to-end Azure cloud migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions from on-prem to cloud.
Design multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud architectures with a focus on security, scalability, and performance.
Implement AI-driven cloud automation for auto-remediation, self-healing architectures, and cloud cost optimization.
Infrastructure as Code (Ia C) & Automation
Develop and automate cloud infrastructure using Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates, and Ansible.
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI/CD, or Jenkins.
Automate provisioning, monitoring, and scaling of cloud environments using AI-powered automation.
Security & Compliance
Implement and enforce Azure security best practices , including IAM, Zero Trust, and Azure Policy Management.
Manage Azure Tenant & Active Directory (Azure AD) for secure identity access management.
Utilize Azure Security Center, Log Analytics, and Sentinel for proactive security monitoring and compliance.
AI-Driven Cloud Optimization & Monitoring
Optimize cloud costs using AI-based forecasting and auto-scaling strategies.
Integrate AIOps tools (Dynatrace, Datadog, New Relic) for automated cloud observability and analytics.
Work with Data Scientists & ML Engineers to deploy AI/ML models in Azure environments.




Collaboration & Leadership
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Dev Ops, Security, AI/ML, and Cloud Engineering teams.
Mentor and guide engineering teams on Azure best practices, automation, and AI-driven cloud solutions.
Stay updated with the latest Azure innovations, multi-cloud trends, and automation technologies.
Required Skills & Qualifications
10+ years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Automation, and AI-driven solutions.
Expertise in Azure , including Azure Cloud, Azure AI/ML, Azure Dev Ops, Azure Security, Azure Networking, and Azure AD.
Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Docker, and container orchestration.
Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Ia C): Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates, Ansible.
Proficiency in Python, Power Shell, Bash, or Go for automation and scripting.
Experience with Dev Ops & CI/CD tools : Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI/CD, Jenkins.
Solid understanding of networking, security, and IAM policies in Azure and multi-cloud environments.
Experience leading Azure cloud migration projects , including hybrid and multi-cloud strategies.
Hands-on expertise with AI-based automation, AIOps, and cloud observability tools.
Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Sentinel for log management and security analytics.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications : Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Mandatory), AWS/GCP Certifications (Preferred), Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD).
Experience in serverless computing (Azure Functions, AWS Lambda, GCP Cloud Functions).
Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and cloud security automation.
Multi-cloud expertise with AWS and Google Cloud (Preferred, but Azure is primary focus).

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