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Senior Cloud Architect - Azure

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Senior Cloud Architect - Azure

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Alight, Can be based anywhere

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 3 days ago, 9 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e7e5e49b26f94aec9ebe608ec626e3ca

Full Job Description

  • Architect and design scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based solutions using Azure Cloud Technology, aligning them with the business and technical requirements of the Strada Platform.
  • Collaborate closely with Cloud Infrastructure, Product Management, and Product Development teams to ensure cohesive and efficient solution delivery.
  • Develop and maintain reference architectures to support evolving product requirements and provide a foundation for new developments.
  • Offer expert guidance on best practices for enhancing our cloud infrastructure, identifying optimization and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Conduct regular assessments of our cloud environment to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with the Security team to ensure our cloud solutions are compliant, secure, and risk-mitigated.
  • Stay current with advancements in cloud technology, proposing innovations to maintain cutting-edge solutions.
  • Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing culture.
  • Lead or contribute to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and DevOps support initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

    Strong experience in designing functional product modules.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Technology, with solid knowledge of its core components and services including the Azure Well Architected framework.
  • Proven ability to design and implement cloud solutions that meet both business and technical requirements.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Ansible.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
  • Strong understanding of network architecture and cloud security principles.
  • Proficiency in scripting and programming languages relevant to cloud environments (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  • Experience in cloud cost management and optimization.
    • Preferred Skills & Certifications (Optional)
  • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect or similar are a plus.
  • Project management or leadership experience is beneficial.

    Strada is a technology-enabled, people powered company committed to delivering world-class payroll, human capital management, and financial management solutions to organizations globally.
    • With a team of more than 8,000 experts, Strada blends leading-edge technology with human ingenuity to help businesses across the globe design and deliver at scale. Supporting over 30 years to 1,400 customers in 33 countries, Strada partners with customers at every stage of their journey, to help drive their vision forward. It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life. With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

    We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options. By applying for a position with Strada, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Strada's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful. At Strada, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future., We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.