Solution Architect – Azure / .NET

NLB Services; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions provider is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in software development and significant experience with Microsoft Azure and .NET technologies. Responsibilities include defining architecture strategies and collaborating with various teams for successful implementation. This role is crucial for driving cloud adoption and ensuring high-performance solutions while leveraging modern AI tools.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software development with at least 5+ years in an Architecture role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform.
• Deep expertise in .NET technologies.
• Experience integrating AI/LLMs into applications.
• Design and optimize CosmosDB or document-based database models.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture design for cloud-native applications.
• Define solution architecture and technical roadmaps.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

.NET / .NET Core / C# / ASP.NET

AI/LLMs integration

Microservices architecture

CosmosDB

Tools

Next.js

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in Microsoft Azure and .NET technologies to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and leadership to define architecture strategy, drive cloud adoption, and ensure successful delivery of complex technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture design for cloud-native and enterprise applications using Microsoft Azure and .NET technologies.
• Define solution architecture, technical roadmaps, and best practices aligned with business objectives.
• Design scalable, resilient, and secure distributed systems leveraging Azure PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS services.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural governance across multiple projects.
• Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and performance optimization initiatives.
• Design and implement microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures, and integration solutions.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Support DevOps adoption including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure as code.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing architecture.
• Actively leverage AI coding tools such as Copilot, Claude Code, or Cursor to accelerate development.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software development with at least 5+ years in an Architecture role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform.
• Deep expertise in .NET / .NET Core / C# / ASP.NET technologies.
• Experience integrating AI/LLMs into applications beyond basic AI tool usage.
• Design and optimize CosmosDB or document-based database models.
• Integrate LLM APIs (OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, etc.) into applications including prompt engineering, AI pipelines, and validation workflows.
• Build modern applications using Next.js (App Router, Server Components, Server Actions)
• Experience designing microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.