Azure Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Azure Solutions Architect to join a dynamic and agile development team. This exciting role involves leading the design and optimization of cloud-based web applications while collaborating closely with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Azure services and a strong understanding of cloud security and integration patterns. This position offers the potential for extension beyond an initial 12-month contract, providing an excellent opportunity to drive innovation and scalability in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in solution architecture with expertise in Azure cloud services.
• Strong knowledge of Azure networking and security services.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end solution architecture for a web application on Azure.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud applications using Azure services.

Skills

Azure Cloud Services

Solution Architecture

API Management

Cloud Security

Integration Patterns

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

DevSecOps

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading global organisation, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Warwick. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented Azure Solutions Architect to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 12-months contract, with the potential for extension. If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Job Title: Solution Architect (Azure)

Location: Hybrid (1-2 days/week)

Contract Duration: 12 months

Rate: Inside IR35 - Open to Market rates

About the Role:

We are looking for a talented Solution Architect (Azure) to lead and support the design, development, and optimization of a cloud-based web application. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Azure solutions, driving innovation, scalability, and security across the project.

You will collaborate closely with development teams, DevOps engineers, security specialists, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact results.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end solution architecture for a web application on Azure, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud applications using Azure services (e.g., Azure Front Door, API Management, Azure Gateway, Azure Spring Boot, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure PostgreSQL).
• Define and document conceptual, logical, and physical architectures, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards.
• Design and implement file-based and API-based integration patterns.
• Provide guidance on Azure API Management, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps to development teams.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with architecture principles.
• Apply cloud security controls (e.g., Azure Defender, Qualys vulnerability scans) and enforce baseline security requirements.
• Define and validate Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs) such as scalability, availability, resilience, observability, and compliance.
• Optimize solutions for performance, security, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Apply cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and DevSecOps best practices.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in solution architecture with expertise in Azure cloud services.
• Strong knowledge of Azure networking and security services.
• Deep understanding of integration patterns, API-based architectures, and cloud security best practices.
• Experience designing, reviewing, and validating cloud architecture (Azure or GCP).
• Ability to define and apply Non-Functional Requirements and security controls.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, vulnerability management, and compliance standards.
• Experience working with Design Authorities to ensure enterprise architecture compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to stakeholders.