Azure Solution Architect

Tata Consultancy Services; Dadri; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services in Noida is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives. You will define target-state architectures, drive cloud migration strategies, and establish governance for scalable, secure technology solutions aligned with business goals.

The role requires deep expertise in Azure Cloud, Enterprise Architecture, and Application Modernization, with a focus on governance, security, and modernization across programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Application Architecture, or Cloud Transformation.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure services and cloud-native architecture.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API-led development, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and cloud governance.
• Knowledge of TOGAF and Azure Well-Architected Framework.
• Strong understanding of security architecture, compliance, governance, and risk management.
• Experience creating enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Define and govern enterprise-wide target-state architecture for application modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Develop architecture blueprints, reference architectures, roadmaps, and standards.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, and refactoring programs using Azure.
• Design scalable, secure, and highly available enterprise solutions.
• Establish governance, reviews, and best practices across programs.
• Collaborate with business leaders and delivery teams to align tech with goals.
• Advocate cloud-native architectures, microservices, APIs, containers, and DevSecOps.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Azure

Cloud Transformation

Microservices

APIs

Kubernetes

DevSecOps

TOGAF

Security & Compliance

Azure Well-Architected

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

ARM Templates

Bicep

Job description

Location

Noida

Experience

10+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in Azure Cloud, Enterprise Architecture, and Application Modernization to lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining target-state architectures, driving cloud migration strategies, establishing architecture governance, and ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient technology solutions aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and govern enterprise-wide target-state architecture for application modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Develop architecture blueprints, reference architectures, technology roadmaps, and architectural standards.
• Lead cloud migration, application modernization, and application refactoring programs using Microsoft Azure.
• Design scalable, resilient, secure, and highly available enterprise solutions.
• Establish and enforce architecture governance, design reviews, and best practices across programs.
• Collaborate with business leaders, engineering teams, and delivery organizations to align technology solutions with strategic business goals.
• Drive adoption of cloud-native architecture principles, microservices, APIs, containers, and DevSecOps practices.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational excellence requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide strategic recommendations to support business growth and innovation.
• Mentor solution architects and technical teams while providing architectural leadership across programs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• 12+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Application Architecture, or Cloud Transformation.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure services and cloud-native architecture.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API-led development, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and cloud governance.
• Experience designing highly scalable, resilient, secure, and available enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and Azure Well-Architected Framework.
• Strong understanding of security architecture, compliance, risk management, and governance.
• Experience creating enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and solution blueprints.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments.
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep).
• Experience with Azure Landing Zones and Cloud Adoption Framework.
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and API management platforms.

Domain Expertise

• Digital Modernization
• Application Modernization
• Cloud Migration Strategy

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• TOGAF Certification
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate