Azure Platform Architect

Join to apply for the Azure Platform Architect role at Diligent Tec, Inc 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Azure Platform Architect role at Diligent Tec, Inc Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Role:Azure Platform Architect- Optimization & Cost Transformation Location: Remote Duration: Long term contract Job Summary:TheAzure Platform Architectwill be a senior technical leader responsible for deeply analyzing client currentAzurefootprint, identifying areas for performance tuning and cost optimization, and designing detailed execution roadmaps for target state architectures. This role requires a strong focus on fine-tuningAzureservices, particularly in networking (V-nets, load balancing), compute, storage, and ensuring infrastructure constraints are addressed effectively. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with various technical and business teams to implement recommendations and champion FinOps best practices within the organization. Key Responsibilities: Current StateArchitectureReview & Optimization: Conduct in-depth reviews of existingAzureplatform architectures, configurations, and resource utilization to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Analyze performance metrics across variousAzureservices to recommend fine-tuning and optimization mechanisms for improved reliability, scalability, and efficiency. Assess existing configurations within our clientAzuretenant (subscriptions, resource groups, policies, etc.) to identify opportunities for optimization. Propose and implement immediate and long-term solutions for performance enhancement, including but not limited to, optimizing Virtual Networks (V-nets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), User Defined Routes (UDRs), Load Balancers (AzureLoad Balancer, Application Gateway, Front Door, Traffic Manager), and other networking components. Provide expert guidance on compute (VMs, App Services, Functions, AKS) and storage (Blob, Files, SQL DB, Cosmos DB) optimization. Target StateArchitectureDefinition & Roadmap: Collaborate with stakeholders to define target stateAzureplatform architectures that align with business objectives, performance requirements, and cost targets. Develop detailed execution roadmaps for implementing target state architectures, focusing on phased delivery and measurable outcomes. Design robust and scalableAzuresolutions with a keen eye on optimizing load balancing mechanisms, V-net structures, and addressing potential infrastructure constraints proactively. Ensure target state architectures incorporate security best practices, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. Cost Optimization and TCO Reduction: Perform comprehensive cost analysis ofAzurebilling and usage data to identify significant cost drivers and optimization opportunities. Develop and maintain a robust Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model forAzure, providing clear visibility into cloud spend by application, service, business unit, and environment. Implement and enforce a scalable resource tagging strategy to enable accurate cost attribution and reporting. LeverageAzureCost Management + Billing,AzureAdvisor, and other tools to monitor spend, forecast costs, set budgets, and configure alerts. Provide recommendations and lead initiatives to reduceAzureTCO through right-sizing resources, leveraging reserved instances, savings plans, auto-scaling, and utilizing cost-effectiveAzureservices. Partner with finance and engineering teams to integrate FinOps principles into the cloud governance strategy, driving financial accountability and efficient resource consumption. Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with development, operations, security, and other architectural teams to ensure architectural consistency, adherence to best practices, and successful implementation of solutions. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior architects and engineers onAzurebest practices, performance optimization, and cost management. Communicate complex technical concepts and recommendations clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Required Skills and Experience: Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in ITarchitecture, with at least 5-7 years focused specifically on MicrosoftAzurecloudplatforms. Proven experience in reviewing, optimizing, and designing complexAzurearchitectures for enterprise-level applications. Extensive experience withAzurenetworking services, including V-nets, subnets, NSGs, UDRs,AzureLoad Balancer,AzureApplication Gateway,AzureFront Door,AzureTraffic Manager, and VPN Gateway/ExpressRoute. Demonstrable experience inAzurecost management and optimization, including strong familiarity withAzureCost Management + Billing,AzureAdvisor, and developing TCO models. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools likeAzureResource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or Bicep. Experience withAzuremonitoring and logging solutions (AzureMonitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights) for performance analysis and troubleshooting. Experience withAzureDevOps for CI/CD pipelines and automation. Strong understanding of security best practices inAzure(AzureAD, RBAC, Key Vault,AzureSecurity Center). Technical Skills: Deep expertise inAzureIaaS, PaaS, and Serverless services. Proficiency in designing and optimizing highly available, scalable, and resilientAzuresolutions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex performance and cost issues. Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, orAzureCLI. Understanding of database services inAzure(AzureSQL DB, Cosmos DB, etc.) and their optimization. Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) and their associated networking and optimization considerations. Excellent understanding of theAzureWell-Architected Framework (Cost Optimization, Performance Efficiency, Reliability, Security, Operational Excellence). Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and drive change across various teams and levels of the organization. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. Results-oriented with a strong focus on delivering measurable improvements. Preferred Qualifications: Microsoft Certified:AzureSolutionsArchitectExpert (AZ-305). Microsoft Certified:AzureAdministrator Associate (AZ-104). Experience with FinOps methodologies and frameworks. Background in regulated industries or organizations with stringent compliance requirements. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Diligent Tec, Inc by 2x Get notified about new Platform Architect jobs in Sacramento, CA . 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