Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Ansible, Architectural Services, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, DevOps, Firewalls, High Availability, Home Automation, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Migration Strategy, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Order Picking/Packing, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Auditing, Security Compliance, Software Engineering, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Windows PowerShell
Job Title: Senior Azure Cloud Architect (Azure Migration & Infrastructure Automation)
Work Location: Detroit, MI 48226 (Hybrid No Remote)
Employment Type: Contract 12 Months
Target Start Date: Immediate
Interview Process: Video Interview
Visa Requirement: Visa Independent Candidates Only
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Azure Cloud Architect with deep expertise in Azure Cloud Operations, large-scale cloud migrations, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and enterprise cloud transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities and hands-on expertise in designing, automating, securing, and optimizing enterprise-scale Azure environments.
This role requires a seasoned cloud architect who can lead complex on-premises to Azure migration programs, mentor engineering teams, engage directly with demanding enterprise stakeholders, and drive best practices across Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD, cloud security, and DevOps automation.
The candidate will serve as a technical leader responsible for architecting scalable cloud solutions, improving operational excellence, and guiding teams through cloud modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-scale on-premises to Azure cloud migration initiatives
- Design and architect scalable, secure, and resilient Azure cloud environments
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineering teams
- Collaborate with application teams and stakeholders to define migration strategies and cloud solutions
- Drive Azure Operations and cloud infrastructure optimization initiatives
- Develop reusable and modular Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and Ansible
- Design and implement automated CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices
- Troubleshoot production issues and conduct root cause analysis (RCA)
- Guide teams in Terraform module development, code reviews, debugging, and deployment processes
- Deploy and manage infrastructure across Development, Test, and Production environments
- Configure and manage Azure services including networking, identity, security, secrets, and firewalls
- Perform cloud governance, compliance validation, and security audits
- Implement advanced monitoring, analytics, anomaly detection, and operational optimization strategies
- Participate in architectural discussions and provide strategic cloud transformation recommendations
- Ensure high availability, scalability, reliability, and operational excellence across Azure environments
Required Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have Skills
- 15+ years of overall IT infrastructure and cloud experience
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure Cloud Architecture and Operations
- Hands-on experience with Azure Migrate and enterprise cloud migration programs
- Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in on-premises to Azure cloud migrations
- Strong expertise in Terraform, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Experience with Packer and Open Policy Agent (OPA)
- Expertise in Azure Operations, cloud governance, and cloud optimization
- Strong experience designing and deploying scalable cloud infrastructure
- Expertise in building automated CI/CD pipelines and implementing DevOps practices
- Strong understanding of Azure networking, identity, certificates, secrets, and firewall management
- Experience with Azure database services such as:
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using:
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis skills
- Experience handling enterprise customers and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with enterprise cloud modernization programs
- Exposure to hybrid cloud environments
- Knowledge of cloud security frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience implementing monitoring and observability solutions
- Familiarity with Agile and DevOps delivery models
- Azure certifications are a plus but not mandatory
Technical Environment
- Microsoft Azure
- Azure Migrate
- Terraform
- Ansible
- Packer
- Open Policy Agent (OPA)
- Azure Cosmos DB
- Azure SQL
- CI/CD Pipelines
- DevOps
- PowerShell
- Python
- Bash
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Cloud Governance
- Cloud Security
- Monitoring & Analytics