Senior Azure Architect

SoftwareOne; Turbigo; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured onboarding and mentoring

Lifelong learning and professional development

President’s Club for outstanding contributions

Job summary

SoftwareOne seeks an Azure Architect to help customers modernise and migrate their cloud journeys. The role involves designing secure, scalable Azure architectures and leading architectural assessments, working with both technical and business stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have a solid grasp of cloud computing concepts and Azure services, along with hands-on experience in implementing Azure solutions. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement based in Milan, Italy.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Azure services and cloud computing concepts.
• Hands-on experience designing or implementing Azure solutions.
• Familiarity with automation or scripting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable, secure Azure architectures.
• Translate business objectives into technical solutions.
• Lead architectural assessments and design reviews.

Skills

Azure services knowledge

Cloud computing concepts

Automation or scripting (PowerShell, ARM, Bicep)

Cloud migrations

Cloud security knowledge

Communication of technical concepts

Education

Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert)

Job description

Azure Architect

As an Azure Architect, you will play a key role in helping our customers modernise, migrate, and accelerate their cloud journeys. Working closely with both technical and business stakeholders, you will design customer‑centric Azure architectures that are secure, scalable, and aligned with strategic goals. You will provide architectural leadership across cloud strategy engagements and migration initiatives, while also identifying opportunities to optimise and expand Azure services to deliver long‑term value for our customers.

Practical Information

Location: Milan, Italy | Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Contract: Full‑time | Language Requirements: Fluent Italian & English.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable, secure, and high‑performing Azure architectures
• Translate business objectives into robust, future‑ready technical solutions
• Lead architectural assessments, design reviews, and decision‑making throughout the project lifecycle
• Guide the migration of applications and workloads from on‑premises or hybrid environments to Azure
• Create and maintain clear architectural documentation, standards, and best practices
• Ensure solutions meet security, governance, and regulatory requirements while supporting cost‑effective cloud adoption

Job Requirements

• Solid understanding of Azure services, cloud computing concepts, and modern architecture patterns
• Hands‑on experience designing or implementing Azure IaaS, PaaS, and/or SaaS solutions
• Familiarity with automation or scripting (e.g. PowerShell, ARM, Bicep)
• Experience with cloud migrations and hybrid architectures
• Knowledge of cloud security, governance frameworks, and/or FinOps principles
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Azure certifications (such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly valued

What’s on Offer

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values).
• Structured onboarding and mentoring, with a dedicated mentor supporting your successful start
• President’s Club, recognising outstanding contributions through peer and leadership appreciation
• Lifelong learning, with access to continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Hire to Grow, our commitment to internal mobility, feedback culture, and long‑term career development