Summary
An experienced cloud architect role responsible for designing and optimizing enterprise-scale cloud solutions. The position requires deep infrastructure expertise across compute, networking, storage, monitoring, and virtualization.
Highlights
Senior cloud architecture opportunity focused on designing secure, scalable enterprise environments and leading technical cloud initiatives.
Description
Penta Consulting are a technology service provider and leading outsourced partner helping to deliver professional and managed solutions across the EMEA.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Solution Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure to design, implement, and optimize cloud solutions for enterprise-scale environments.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across Azure infrastructure areas such as compute, networking, storage, monitoring, and virtualization technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and architect scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure.Lead technical discussions and provide guidance on:Azure Compute: Virtual Machines, Scale SetsAzure Networking: VNETs, NSGs, Load Balancers, VPNs, ExpressRouteAzure Storage: Blob, File, Disk, and Archive storage solutionsAzure Monitoring: Log Analytics Workspace (LAW), Application InsightsAzure Virtual Desktop (AVD): Design and deployment of virtual desktop infrastructureAzure VMware Solution (AVS): Integration and migration strategies for hybrid environmentsAzure Stack HCI/Azure Local: Azure Local (Azure Stack HCI): familiarity with deployment and operations conceptsAzure Arc: familiarity with onboarding hybrid servers/resources, policy and extensions, and troubleshooting common agent/connectivity issues.
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Cloud Architect or similar role with a focus on Microsoft Azure.Strong understanding of Azure IaaS, PaaS, and hybrid cloud models.Hands-on experience with Azure Virtual Machines, Scale Sets, Networking, and Storage.Proficiency in Azure Monitoring tools including LAW and Application Insights.Experience deploying and managing Azure Virtual Desktop environments.Familiarity with Azure VMware Solution and hybrid cloud integration.Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) is a plus.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-500) are highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.Experience in enterprise IT environments and cloud migration projects.Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in Azure.
