Microsoft Azure Cloud Architect **ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY** Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. **POSITION SUMMARY:** As a Microsoft Azure Cloud Architect, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud solutions based on Microsoft Azure. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful deployment of Azure services, security, and performance. If you’re passionate about cloud technologies and enjoy solving complex problems, this role is for you! **RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Design and Implement Azure Solutions: + Develop and implement robust Azure architectures that align with business requirements. + Create scalable, reliable, and secure solutions using Azure services. + Optimize existing Azure environments for performance and cost efficiency. + Collaborate with Teams: + Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure services. + Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. + Infrastructure as Code (IaC): + Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform) to automate deployment and management of Azure resources. + Security and Compliance: + Design and implement security controls, identity management, and access policies within Azure. + Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. + Performance Optimization: + Monitor and analyze Azure workloads to identify bottlenecks and optimize performance. + Implement scaling strategies for high availability and load balancing. + Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: + Design and implement backup, disaster recovery, and failover solutions. + Ensure data integrity and availability during outages. + Stay Current with Azure Services: + Keep up to date with new Azure features, services, and best practices. + Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance Azure solutions. **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** + Location: Fort Collins, Colorado + Environment: Office setting **QUALIFICATIONS:** + Strong knowledge of Azure services, networking, security, and storage. + Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools. + Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. **EXPERIENCE:** + Minimum 8 years proven experience in designing and implementing Azure solutions. **EDUCATION:** + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. + Azure Certifications (e.g., AZ-303, AZ-304, AZ-500) preferred. **COMPENSATION:** _As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $120,000 to $165,000 per year._ **BENEFITS:** As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan for eligible positions, and a discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes: + Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from + Short and long-term disability and life insurance + Health savings and flexible spending accounts + Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays + 8 hours of paid volunteer time off + 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads + Company matched 401(k) + Tuition reimbursement + Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs   + Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance **Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.** **Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com** **Applications will be accepted through 11/30/2024 - the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.**