Cloud Solution Architect - Azure Apps & AI

Penta Consulting Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penta Consulting Ltd. is seeking a Cloud Solution Architect to design, develop, and deploy scalable Azure-based solutions. The role focuses on cloud architecture, AI/ML integration, and modern app development practices.

You will work with cross-functional teams, deliver proactive services, and train customers while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. The position requires travel within the United Kingdom and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures using Azure infrastructure, AKS, App Services, Functions and Logic Apps.
• Lead AI/ML solution design using AI Foundry, Azure Machine Learning, MLOps, and Azure OpenAI.
• Architect data solutions with Cosmos DB and other Azure data services.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures using Azure Infrastructure, AKS, App Services, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.
• Lead AI/ML solution design using AI Foundry, Azure Machine Learning, MLOps, and Azure OpenAI.
• Architect and optimize data solutions using Cosmos DB and other Azure data services.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps (ADO).
• Integrate APIs and services using Azure API Management (APIM) and Logic Apps.
• Provide technical leadership on cloud strategy, security, scalability, and performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to build modern applications using Azure App Development tools and frameworks.
• Ensure governance and best practices across cloud deployments.

Skills

Azure

AKS

App Services

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

CI/CD

GitHub

Azure DevOps

Cosmos DB

APIM

AI/ML

Cloud architecture

Communication skills

Tools

Azure

AKS

Cosmos DB

APIM

GitHub

Azure DevOps

Job description

# Cloud Solution Architect - Azure Apps & AIJob Reference No.CR/030900Job Type: ContractLocation: United KingdomJob Reference No.: CR/030900Role Overview:* We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Cloud Solution Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role requires deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, AI/ML technologies, and modern application development practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that leverage cutting-edge Azure services and drive digital transformation.Job Overview:* Focused on delivering proactive services such as education workshops, delivering assessments and providing expert guidance* Join a highly motivated team of leading industry experts* Preview new technology before others in the industry and learn how to make the best from it* Visit customers to train them and share industry and development expertise* Be part of a thriving developer community that's constantly looking for ways to improve our customers’ experience, software development goals and use of technology.* Build strong customer relationships and ensure deliveries align with customer projects and milestones.* Gain access to expertise and support from Microsoft’s consulting practice and product groups* Continually learn and grow professionally* Analyze problems* Maintain, extend accreditations and certifications, assist in developing best practices for key technologies and products to support technical team readiness* Demonstrate strong communication skills; ability to develop strategic ongoing customer relationships, gain trust and respect for Microsoft Premier.* Engineers must also possess strong technical writing, presentation and training skills* Fluent English oral and written communication* Customer facing role, you will partner with different teams to provide high quality work understanding customer objectives and creatively overcome their greatest challenges.* Passion for new innovative technology and drive customer transformation* Ability to travel domestically and work with different cultures and customers.* Ability to communicate with a variety of different audiences and strong presentation skills* Demonstrate effective balance between business and technical acumen* Ability to effectively recognize and adapt to change* Ability to handle customer critical issues and work in difficult situations* Ability to evaluate end-user business requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and then develop and implement the appropriate technical solutionsKey Responsibilities:* Design and implement cloud-native architectures using Azure Infrastructure, AKS, App Services, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.* Lead AI/ML solution design using AI Foundry, Azure Machine Learning, MLOps, and Azure OpenAI.* Architect and optimize data solutions using Cosmos DB and other Azure data services.* Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps (ADO).* Integrate APIs and services using Azure API Management (APIM) and Logic Apps.* Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud strategy, security, scalability, and performance.* Collaborate with development teams to build modern applications using Azure App Development tools and frameworks.* Ensure compliance with best practices and governance standards across cloud deployments.* Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and industry trends to continuously improve solution offerings.| || --- || |Share this job## Apply for **this Position**Or contact our consultant:### Callum [e-mail]