Senior Solutions Architect – Microsoft Azure

SUMMARY:
Are you ready to shape the future of enterprise IT on a global stage? We are looking for a visionary Senior Solutions Architect with a deep expertise in Microsoft Azure to lead and innovate within our cloud transformation journey. This role is not just about architecture—it's about architecting the future of digital transformation.

POSITION INFO:

Why Join Us?

What You Bring

• Qualifications: Relevant IT qualification (NQF 6) and certifications, including Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure AI Engineer Associate, with ITIL, COBIT, or TOGAF certifications beneficial.
• Experience: 10+ years in enterprise IT systems integration, with at least 5 years specializing in Azure cloud architecture. Proven track record in architecting large-scale enterprise solutions within Azure, including data migration and cloud modernization.
• Technical Mastery: Expertise across Azure services including Compute, Storage, Networking, Database, IoT, AI, and Analytics. Strong knowledge of cloud security solutions, CAF compliance, and DevOps tools.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to manage, mentor, and communicate effectively with diverse teams, presenting sophisticated solutions clearly.
• Innovation & Adaptability: A passion for exploring AI, hybrid environments, and multi-cloud strategies that keep us at the forefront of the industry.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and Design: Create sophisticated Azure solutions across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, DevOps, and AI technologies, ensuring scalable and secure deployments that align with Microsoft’s Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and cloud security best practices.
• Technical Leadership: Lead teams through complex projects, overseeing deployments in cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Roadmaps & Strategy: Develop and oversee strategic roadmaps for cloud adoption, including short, medium, and long-term objectives, while ensuring compliance with CAF and governance standards.
• Optimize & Secure: Implement cost management, security, and performance strategies across deployments, utilizing DevOps tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, and Terraform to support infrastructure automation and CI/CD practices.
• Innovation & Exploration: Actively research emerging AI and hybrid cloud technologies, as well as multi-cloud strategies, to keep our team ahead of the curve.
• Engage & Inspire: Represent the organization at industry events, conduct impactful stakeholder presentations, and provide mentorship and guidance to operational and technical teams.