Azure Solutions Architect

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 226,000 - 376,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Personal Development Opportunities

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Azure Solutions Architect to design and implement cloud solutions. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, defining architectural strategies, and mentoring junior engineers. Applicants must possess strong experience with Microsoft Azure, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary range between $226,000.00-$376,000.00, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), health insurance, and parental leave are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in solution architecture or cloud engineering.
• Proven track record of building Azure-based cloud-native solutions.
• Strong understanding of Well-Architected Framework and API-first design.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale Microsoft Azure-based architectures.
• Collaborate with proposal teams to estimate pricing for solutions.
• Create reusable solution assets and demo environments.

Skills

Azure services expertise

Solution architecture

Cloud engineering

Agile methodologies

DevSecOps practices

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Azure Solutions Architect

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What You Will Do

• Shape the Future of Solution Architecture: Be a cornerstone of our new Solution Architecture Center of Excellence, driving modernization, standardization, and acceleration of solutioning practices across the enterprise.
• Architect World‑Class Azure Solutions: Design and scale Microsoft Azure‑based architectures grounded in the Well‑Architected Framework, ensuring solutions are secure, reliable, cost‑optimized, and operationally excellent.
• Lead Go‑to‑Market Innovation: Create reusable solution assets, demo environments, delivery playbooks, and CI/CD pipelines that empower sales and delivery teams to operate with precision and speed.
• Elevate Our Brand: Partner with proposal teams to craft compelling, technically sound proposals and ensure our architectural vision shines in every client interaction and marketing initiative.
• Drive Business Outcomes: Collaborate with proposal teams to estimate level of effort and pricing for solutions you define, ensuring proposals are competitive and achievable.
• Champion Agile & DevSecOps: Embed Agile delivery principles, DevSecOps practices, and AI‑enabled development tools into solution designs for faster, secure, and intelligent delivery.
• Influence the Ecosystem: Build strategic relationships with cloud partners and industry leaders, positioning Guidehouse as a trusted innovator and thought leader.
• Inspire Talent: Attract, mentor, and grow a high‑performing team of architects and engineers—leveraging your network and reputation to build a culture of excellence.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
• Minimum 8 years of experience in solution architecture, cloud engineering, or enterprise application development
• At least 5 years in a solution architect role guiding architecture teams or centers of excellence
• Ability to travel 50%
• Proven track record of building and scaling Azure‑based cloud‑native solutions across multiple industries or verticals
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Deep familiarity with Azure services: Data Lake, App Services, Functions, AKS, API Management, Cosmos DB, Azure AI, and Azure DevOps
• Strong understanding of Well‑Architected Framework, microservices, containerization, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and API‑first design
• Experience developing demo environments, reusable assets, and delivery playbooks for sales and implementation teams
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and AI‑enabled delivery tools
• Strong executive presence with the ability to inspire cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
• Experience supporting strategic proposals, client marketing efforts, and brand‑building initiatives
• Based on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and a US Citizen.

Nice to Have

• Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• Additional certifications such as Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure AI Engineer Associate, or Azure Security Engineer Associate are highly valued

Salary

The annual salary range for this position is $226,000.00-$376,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Travel

Travel Required: Up to 25%

Clearance

Clearance Required: Active Public Trust

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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