Azure Application Engineering Lead
As an Azure Cloud Architect you can expect to...
Own the architecture of complex Microsoft Azure engagements from discovery through implementation, working directly with clients and delivery engineers to translate business and technical requirements into secure, scalable solutions.
Architect enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones aligned with the Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected principles, including management groups, subscriptions, Azure Policy, RBAC, platform automation, and hub-and-spoke or Virtual WAN network topologies.
Lead large-scale cloud migration and modernization programs across on-premises-to-Azure, cloud-to-cloud, and application modernization scenarios, driving discovery, dependency mapping, workload assessment, migration strategy, wave planning, cutover, rollback planning, stabilization, and hypercare.
Design Azure platform and application patterns across VMs and VM Scale Sets, AKS, App Service, Functions, Container Registry, Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway/WAF, Private Link, ExpressRoute/VPN, and DDoS Protection.
Architect Zero Trust identity and security solutions using Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, hybrid identity, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Key Vault, and Azure Policy, including mapping controls to applicable compliance frameworks.
Build reusable Infrastructure as Code and automation patterns using Terraform and/or Bicep, Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions, PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Python, including policy-as-code, environment gates, drift detection, compliance checks, governance tooling, and operational runbooks.
Design observability, resilience, and FinOps solutions using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Workbooks, Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and Cost Management, including RTO/RPO validation, tagging standards, reservation and Savings Plans strategies, and optimization roadmaps.
Lead client discovery workshops, design sessions, Well-Architected Reviews, proof-of-concept builds, and Architecture Decision Records, clearly presenting architectural options and trade-offs to technical and business stakeholders.
Stay hands-on throughout delivery while mentoring engineers through design reviews, pairing, and code reviews; contribute to pre-sales through solution scoping, proposal development, SOW definition, and engagement estimates.
You’re great at...
Architecting enterprise-scale Azure environments grounded in Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected principles while remaining hands-on with the platform.
Leading complex cloud migrations from assessment and planning through cutover, stabilization, and ongoing optimization.
Designing secure Azure environments using Zero Trust principles, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure governance, and Microsoft security services.
Creating reusable Infrastructure as Code, automation, and CI/CD patterns that help delivery teams deploy consistently and efficiently.
Designing resilient, observable, and cost-conscious Azure solutions across networking, compute, storage, identity, security, and application services.
Troubleshooting escalated technical challenges while remaining calm, professional, and focused on the client experience.
Learning new technologies quickly and applying them to real-world client scenarios, including Modern Workplace, system integration, and automation.
Communicating complex technical concepts and architectural trade-offs clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Working independently, owning deliverables, mentoring teammates, and collaborating effectively with clients and delivery teams.
Sound interesting? If so, you’ll have...
8+ years of hands-on experience architecting and delivering Azure solutions across networking, compute, storage, identity, and security, including proven delivery of enterprise Azure Landing Zones with management group design, Azure Policy, RBAC frameworks, and platform automation.
Proven experience leading Azure migration programs, including on-premises, cloud-to-cloud, or application modernization engagements, with responsibility for assessment, wave planning, cutover, and stabilization.
Solid Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform and/or Bicep, along with CI/CD experience using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions and proficiency with PowerShell and Azure CLI; Python experience is a plus.
Strong Azure networking expertise, including hub-and-spoke or Virtual WAN architectures, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway/WAF, Private Link, and ExpressRoute/VPN.
Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access, PIM, hybrid identity, and Zero Trust concepts, plus familiarity with Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Key Vault, and applicable compliance frameworks.
Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop, including host pool design, FSLogix profiles, Scaling Plans, and monitoring, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and client-facing skills, with the ability to work independently, take ownership, and translate complex goals into actionable outcomes.
Experience with tenant-to-tenant Microsoft 365 migrations, Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, Teams, Purview, Copilot readiness and governance, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, AKS/Kubernetes, cloud data platforms, and pre-sales or consulting delivery is preferred.
Microsoft certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) or Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100), DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400), Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), and Microsoft 365 certifications are preferred.
The Perks
We offer competitive pay with a performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.
HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.