We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary. The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us! Title: Azure Cloud Architect. Digital Practice team – RNet Pune Stantec’s Digital Practice Team in India is a fast-growing team. For the last two decades, this IT team is providing a variety of software automation, customization, business continuity solutions, and services for our global clients. The Digital Practice experts conduct research and development to keep our global teams and projects ahead of the technological curve. We work on emerging technology solutions for a variety of business sectors. Our goal is to be an accelerator of growth for Stantec and add value to our clients and communities with niche and advance technology solutions. The Digital Practice Team in India works with several regions US, UK, CANADA, and ANZ, to name a few, and builds Digital Solutions and I.P. The team supports our multi-disciplinary engineering Design Deliverables with Engineering Software customization and automation services. You will work with Product Owners, Scrum Masters and develop applications used directly by our clients. This team has developed a series of productivity tools and migrating those to newer emerging technologies. The Digital Practice team works closely with our Design Delivery Leaders, Business Leaders, and clients to develop solutions to provide high quality & on-time deliverables. You will also have an opportunity to have many careers in one Firm. Join a fast-growing team Your Key Responsibilities- Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex cloud solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. - Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, developers, and infrastructure teams to understand project requirements and design Azure-based solutions that align with business goals. - Define and develop Azure cloud architecture, including network, security, identity, compute, storage, and data components. - Design highly available, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions that meet performance and availability requirements. - Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and Azure architecture principles. - Design and implement DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automated deployment processes. - Identify and mitigate cloud-related risks, security vulnerabilities, and compliance issues in Azure solutions. - Create documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications to effectively communicate Azure cloud architectures to technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Stay up-to-date with Azure services, features, and industry trends to recommend and implement the latest technologies that enhance cloud solutions. - Collaborate with Azure sales and support teams to develop cloud migration strategies for clients and provide technical expertise during sales discussions. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - 12+ years of professional experience in cloud architecture and design, with a focus on Microsoft Azure. - Microsoft Azure certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or related certifications, are preferred. - Proven experience designing and implementing Azure solutions for enterprise-level applications. - Strong expertise in Azure services, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Services, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, and more. - Proficiency in designing and implementing infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Azure Bicep. - Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). - Solid understanding of cloud security, identity management, and compliance in Azure. - Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to design solutions that address complex technical and business requirements. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate within cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. - Willing to work in flexible hours to co-ordinate with our regional counterparts mainly from CANADA, US, UK, ANZ **Primary Location:** India | Pune **Organization:** Stantec IN Business Unit **Employee Status:** Regular **Job Level:** Nonmanager **Travel:** No **Schedule:** Full time **Job Posting:** 15/05/2024 07:05:53 **Req ID:** 1000224