Solutions Architect

Equest; Waterloo; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Solutions Architect specializing in Azure Cloud and Microsoft Power Platform. The role involves designing cloud solutions, developing applications, and ensuring security compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cloud architecture and experience with automation tools. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Paid vacation and time off

Educational assistance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and application development.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Services.
• Experience with automation tools and Infrastructure as Code.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable Azure cloud solutions.
• Architect cloud-native applications using Azure PaaS services.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code using ARM templates and Terraform.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Automation

DevOps

API Development

Performance Optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure Cloud Services

Microsoft Power Platform

Terraform

Azure DevOps

PowerShell

Job description

As a Solutions Architect (Azure Cloud & Microsoft Power Platform), you will drive the design and migration of cloud-based custom solutions, leveraging Azure Cloud and Microsoft Power Platform to improve business processes and support digital transformation.

Our Team

You will be part of a dynamic team that collaborates globally to align architecture with business goals. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet our business needs.

What You Will Do

• Cloud Architecture : Design and implement scalable, secure Azure cloud solutions using services like Azure SQL, Logic Apps, Data Lake, Databricks, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and Blob Storage. Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and performance.
• Solution Design & Development : Architect cloud-native applications using Azure PaaS services (App Services, Functions, AKS) and implement APIs for system integrations.
• Automation & DevOps : Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep. Implement CI / CD pipelines with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, and automate tasks using PowerShell or Azure CLI.
• Power Platform Development : Build custom business applications using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI. Develop intelligent solutions using AI Builder and Azure services.
• PCF Controls Development : Design and develop custom PowerApps Component Framework (PCF) controls to enhance the functionality and user experience of PowerApps applications.
• Security & Compliance : Ensure cloud solutions adhere to security best practices and regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.), utilizing services like Azure Entra ID for identity management.
• Monitoring & Optimization : Continuously monitor application performance, scalability, and cost using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Collaboration & Documentation : Work with global teams to align architecture with business goals and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and flowcharts.
• Mentorship : Train and mentor junior developers on cloud development best practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and application development using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Services, including Azure SQL, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Blob Storage, Data Lake, Databricks, and App Services.
• Proven experience implementing APIs for integration between cloud-native and legacy systems.
• Experience in automation with tools such as PowerShell or Azure CLI, and using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Experience with building CI / CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Azure Entra ID for identity and access management.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), cloud security best practices, and regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Strong skills in performance optimization, scalability, and cost management in a cloud environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, SSIS, SAP HANA, and ETL processes for data modeling, data cleaning, and pre-processing.
• Proficiency in writing DAX and M language queries for Power BI.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams in a global environment and mentoring software developers.

For this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $170,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation / time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.

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