Azure Cloud Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Cloud Architect to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate should have at least 4+ years of hands-on experience in cloud architecture and deep knowledge of Azure services and best practices. Key Responsibilities Design and deploy secure, scalable, and highly available Azure infrastructures Develop cloud architecture standards, policies, and roadmaps Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency Implement security, governance, and compliance controls Automate deployments using Infrastructure as Code tools Collaborate with DevOps, development, and security teams Monitor system performance and resolve infrastructure issues Lead cloud migration and modernization projects Required Skills & Qualifications Minimum 4 years of Azure cloud experience in architecture or senior engineering roles Strong knowledge of Azure core services (VMs, VNet, Azure AD, Storage, App Services, AKS, SQL, etc.) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or similar) Understanding of networking, identity management, and cloud security Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) Azure Certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Expert preferred) Strong analytical and communication skills