Lead Architect-Azure
Fractal Analytics5 months ago
Pune, India +3 moreStaff+
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of Azure-based solutions for complex enterprise applications.
- Define cloud architecture and roadmaps with business and technology stakeholders.
- Assess client environments and recommend cloud adoption, migration, and optimization strategies.
- Own end-to-end solution architecture and serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership.
- Collaborate with DevOps, Security, Data, and Application teams to align cloud solutions with enterprise strategy.
- Mentor development teams on cloud architecture best practices.
- Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
- Support pre-sales and proposal development through effort estimation, technical solution design, and client presentations.
- Stay current with Azure offerings and industry trends.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in IT, including 6+ years of hands-on experience in Azure architecture and implementation.
- Strong expertise in Azure App Services, AKS, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure DevOps, and ARM, Bicep, or Terraform templates.
- Deep understanding of cloud networking, identity, governance, and security principles.
- Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
- Strong background in enterprise application design and microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with cloud cost optimization and FinOps practices.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Prior experience in a client-facing consulting role.
- Microsoft Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert are preferred.
- Knowledge of AWS or GCP is a plus.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with top-tier clients across industries.
- Exposure to cloud projects and digital transformation programs.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Learning and development opportunities with access to cloud certifications and training.
Tech Stack
Categories
Solutions Engineering
About Fractal Analytics
Fractal builds enterprise AI and analytics solutions—delivered as consulting services and software products—for large global enterprises, especially Fortune 500 firms. Its teams embed AI in decisions across marketing, pricing, supply chain, forecasting, and customer experience. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in New York, Fractal is publicly listed and operates across North America, EMEA, and APAC.