Azure Systems Architect

We are seeking an experienced Azure Systems Architect with a strong background in designing, architecting, and implementing scalable, secure, and highly available systems on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering end-to-end solutions, integrating complex systems, and ensuring operational excellence in enterprise cloud environments. Responsibilities Architect and design end-to-end Azure-based solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability Lead the development of robust deployment pipelines, including support for rollbacks, blue/green, and canary deployments Define and maintain architecture documentation, infrastructure diagrams, and operational runbooks for production systems Implement comprehensive monitoring, alerting, and logging strategies to ensure system health and rapid incident response Establish and enforce best practices for capacity planning, auto-scaling, backup, and disaster recovery in Azure Ensure all systems comply with reliability, security, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2) Collaborate with DevOps Engineers to develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep Work closely with Solutions Architects and Application Teams to design integrations and ensure platform readiness Coordinate with Project and Delivery Managers on production readiness, go-live planning, and execution Advise Tech Leads and development teams on architectural changes required for successful deployment and operation Drive cloud cost optimization and resource efficiency across Azure environments Requirements Proven experience architecting and launching complex systems on Microsoft Azure Deep understanding of Azure services (e.g., Azure App Services, AKS, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure Networking) Expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and advanced deployment strategies in Azure environments Strong knowledge of monitoring, alerting, and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights) Solid grasp of capacity planning, scaling, backup, and disaster recovery strategies specific to Azure In-depth understanding of cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, or Bicep) Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams Nice to have Experience with blue/green and canary deployment strategies in Azure Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or other CI/CD tools Exposure to large-scale enterprise production launches and migrations to Azure Knowledge of cloud cost management and optimization techniques Experience integrating third-party systems and APIs within Azure architectures Familiarity with AI-powered development tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot) for daily use or experience implementing such tools at the project/team level Background in authoring operational documentation and runbooks Understanding of incident management, root cause analysis, and rapid response processes Azure Solutions Architect Expert or other relevant Azure certifications We offer We connect like-minded people:Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impactEnjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own homeOpportunity to work abroad for up to two months per yearRelocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countriesCorporate and social eventsWe invest in your growth:Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programsCertifications, including GCP, Azure and AWSUnlimited access to EPAM's internal learning databaseFree English classes with certified teachersWe cover it all:Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral programMedical & family care packageSix trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)Coverage of psychology sessions of your choiceDiscounts for fitness clubs and sports programsBenefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services) EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments. Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Kyrgyzstan, whether it's the comfort of your home or our modern office in Bishkek.