Microsoft Azure Architect

Kyndryl; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Microsoft Azure Architect in Toronto, Canada. The role requires a strong consulting background to design and implement Azure solutions and drive digital transformation for clients. Candidates should have over 10 years of IT experience, with significant expertise in Azure cloud architecture. The position offers varied opportunities for professional growth and the chance to influence key technology strategies in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Employee learning programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Health benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience required.
• Proven experience in consulting and professional services.
• Familiarity with Microsoft ecosystem integrations desired.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand business challenges.
• Design and document secure Azure architectures.
• Provide technical leadership during project delivery.

Skills

Azure cloud architecture

Consulting

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Cost optimization

Education

10+ years of IT experience

5+ years in Azure roles

Tools

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Azure SQL

Azure Virtual Machines

Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Azure Architect to join our Microsoft Practice . This role is ideal for a technology professional with a strong consulting background and mindset , capable of bridging business strategy with technical architecture.

As a key member of the Microsoft Practice, you will be responsible for consulting with clients , designing end‑to‑end Azure solutions , and providing technical leadership and delivery oversight across cloud transformation initiatives. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, guiding customers through their digital transformation journey using Microsoft Azure technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Consulting & Client Engagement

• Engage with clients to understand business challenges, technology landscape, and transformation objectives.

• Lead discovery and assessment workshops to define cloud strategy, adoption frameworks, and modernization roadmaps.

• Serve as a trusted Microsoft advisor—presenting strategic recommendations, architectural options, and best practices.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Sales, Delivery, and Microsoft Partner teams) to develop and position tailored solutions.

Solution Architecture

• Design and document scalable, secure, and cost‑optimized Azure architectures across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.

• Define target cloud architectures, landing zones, integration patterns , and governance models aligned with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework .

• Provide deep technical expertise on Azure core services, networking, identity, data, and DevOps.

• Support pre‑sales solutioning efforts—creating high‑level designs, cost models, and architecture proposals for RFPs or client engagements.

Delivery Oversight & Governance

• Provide technical leadership and oversight during project delivery, ensuring solutions meet design and compliance requirements.

• Conduct architecture reviews, design validations, and risk assessments across active projects.

• Collaborate with project managers and delivery leads to ensure on‑time, quality delivery aligned with client expectations.

• Mentor and guide technical teams to uphold Microsoft best practices and standards.

Pre‑Sales & Practice Development

• Partner with the Microsoft Practice Leader to evolve the practice’s go‑to‑market strategy and solution offerings.

• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, estimations, and client presentations.

• Support internal capability building—developing reusable accelerators, frameworks, and reference architectures.

• Maintain strong relationships with Microsoft field teams and stay current with new Azure releases and certifications.

Your Future at Kyndryl

As an IT/Cloud Consultant/Architect at Kyndryl you will join the Kyndryl Consultant Profession, working with other Kyndryl Consultants, Architects, Project Managers, and cross‑functional Technical Subject Matter Experts – presenting unlimited opportunities with unmatched support through our investment in your learning, training, and career growth.

Who You Are

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including 5+ years in Azure cloud architecture and consulting roles.

• Proven experience within a consulting, systems integrator, or professional services environment.

• Expertise in cloud architecture design, modernization, and migration of enterprise applications to Azure.

• Deep knowledge across Azure services:

• Compute: Virtual Machines, App Services, AKS

• Data & Storage: Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Data Lake, Blob Storage

• Networking: VNets, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, Firewalls

• Security & Governance: Azure AD, Defender, Sentinel, Blueprints

• Automation & DevOps: Azure DevOps, Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates

• Familiarity with FinOps, cost optimization, and TCO analysis .

• Strong understanding of Microsoft ecosystem integration (M365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365).

• Experience leading delivery oversight, governance, and architecture assurance activities.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (mandatory or in‑progress).

• Azure Administrator Associate or DevOps Engineer Expert .

• TOGAF, ITIL, or similar architecture/governance certifications (nice to have).

Key Competencies:

• Strong consulting acumen —able to translate business goals into technical strategy.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Hands‑on technical leadership with strategic thinking.

• Proven ability to lead teams and guide clients through complex transformations.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on practice growth and client success .

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single‑handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support the activation of our equitable culture. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.