Sr Azure Solution Architect needs 8 years experience architecting and implementing Azure cloud solutions. Sr Azure Solution Architect requires: • cloud solutions. • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification. • Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex migrations with multiple stakeholders. • Experience with Azure cloud technologies and migration strategies. • Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools (ARM templates, Terraform) and configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet). • Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and server less computing. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines. • ITIL Foundations certification. Preferred Qualifications: • Deep understanding of Azure services (Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Azure Functions, etc.) and their integration. • Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash) and experience with automation frameworks. • Experience delivering IT services in support of a biomedical research environment. • One or more of the following certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Google Cloud Professional Certification, PMI Project Management Professional (PMP). Sr Azure Solution Architect duties: • Monitor cloud performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies. • Conduct regular reviews of cloud infrastructure and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. • Ensure that cloud solutions are highly available, fault-tolerant, and disaster-resilient. • Design and implement cloud security controls to protect data and applications. • Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and policies. • Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and address potential risks.