WhatYouWillDo:

Azure Architecture and Resource Management:

• Design, implement, and manage Azure solutions to meet technical and operational needs.

• Documentation:Maintaincomprehensive network and server documentation, including infrastructure diagrams, server configurations, standard operating procedures, and incident reports

• OptimizeAzure resource configuration for performance,costand security. 

• Monitorthe health and reliability of Azure resources, ensuring high availability.

• Continuouslymonitornetwork/server performance, using advanced network management and server administration tools toidentifyissues proactively.

• Monitor and manage the health, performance,and availability of our applications running on Azure (including ADF pipelines).
  

Support for Application Development Teams:

• Collaborate with development teams to align Azure architecture with application requirements.

• Provideguidance on best practices forAzureresource provisioning, scaling, and configuration.

• Enable teams toleverageAzure services, includingDataBricks,for analytics and data workflows.

• Incident Detection and Response: Detect and analyze network and server anomalies, security threats, and performance bottlenecks. Initiate incident response procedures and coordinate with relevant teams for swift resolution.

• Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve infrastructure, network/server-related issues, escalate complex problems to higher-level teams, andmaintaindetailed incident documentation.

Azure Databricks Expertise:

• Set up and manageAzure Databricks environments for big data processing and advanced analytics.

• SupportandoptimizeDatabricks pipelines for data engineers and scientists. 

• EffectivelyTroubleshoot and resolve Databricks-relatedchallenges.

DevOps and Infrastructure Management:

• Develop andmaintainInfrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using Terraform.

• Implement DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring.

• Streamline workflows by collaborating with IT and operations teams.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:

• Act as the primary point of contact for Azure-related issues within the project.

• Investigate, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues in collaboration with development and operations teams.

• Implement preventive measures to minimize downtime and disruptions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze trends and metrics toidentifyareas for improvement and optimization.

• Identifyand implement cost optimization opportunities within Azure infrastructure and services.

• Conduct regular reviews of Azure cost management using cost management tools.

• Stayupdated on emerging Azure technologies,AI andandcloud computing trends to drive innovation. 

• Identifyopportunities to improve processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency and scalability.

TechnicalPre-screeningtestandtechnicalinterviewwillberequiredforallcandidates

Overall Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Azure Architector Senior Systems Engineerwith hands-onAzure solution implementation.

• Proficiencywith monitoring tools such as Datadog, Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics, or similar.

• Strongexpertisein Azure Databricks, including setup, configuration, and optimization.

• ProficiencyinAzure services such asApp Services, Function Apps,CosmosDB, Storage, Networking, Azure DevOps, and Security.

• Expertin troubleshooting and resolving Azure-related issues.

• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep.

• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or similar.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, businessmanagementinformation systems, or equivalent experience. Advanced degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in an Azure environment.

• Experience with cloud cost management strategies.

• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Data Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.

• Knowledge of network security practices and regulatory compliance