Azure Cloud Architect
About this job
The Azure Cloud Architect role at 66degrees involves guiding enterprise clients through their cloud transformations by leveraging the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. 66degrees operates as an end-to-end AI transformation and professional services partner, combining expertise in cloud, data, and artificial intelligence to help businesses convert complex data into strategic assets. In a normal day, the architect builds trusted advisory relationships with accounts, designs secure and reliable Azure environments, leads requirements gathering and architecture workshops, and collaborates cross-functionally. Professionals in this position address client business challenges, solve technical problems, and provide domain expertise to ensure scalable cloud implementations.
Responsibilities
- Build trusted advisory relationships with strategic accounts and engage with management.
- Identify customer priorities and design Microsoft Azure strategies to deliver business growth.
- Lead requirements gathering, project scoping, and technical discovery.
- Perform solution design, problem-solving, and architecture diagramming.
- Provide public cloud and enterprise technology domain expertise to promote Azure.
- Provide recommendations on integration strategies, enterprise architectures, and platforms.
- Lead planning, status, and standup meetings, and travel to customer sites as needed.
Requirements
- 5+ years of Azure experience.
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
- 2+ years of experience playing an Azure Architect role.
- Experience in building, architecting, and implementing distributed global cloud systems.
- Experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones, governance, and security frameworks.
- Extensive experience with Zero Trust security and networking in cloud environments.
- Strong experience designing and advising on CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.
Good to have
- Experience in other cloud platforms
- Other Microsoft, Kubernetes, or Terraform certifications
- Experience implementing hybrid connectivity using VPN or ExpressRoute
Who should apply
This role suits technology business professionals with a strong background in Azure cloud architecture and client-facing consulting. Ideal candidates possess a blend of technical depth and communication skills, with extensive experience leading cloud transformations and designing enterprise solutions. Freshers should not apply, as the position explicitly requires multiple years of specialized Azure and architecture experience.
Frequently asked questions
What does an Azure Cloud Architect do at 66degrees?
An Azure Cloud Architect at 66degrees designs Azure environments, leads requirements gathering, builds advisory relationships with clients, and delivers cloud transformation strategies.
What certifications are required for the Azure Cloud Architect position at 66degrees?
The Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification is required for this position.
How many years of architecture experience are needed to join 66degrees as an Azure Cloud Architect?
Candidates must have played at least 2 years as an Azure Architect, alongside 5+ years of total Azure experience.
Does 66degrees sponsor visas for the Azure Cloud Architect role?
No, 66degrees cannot sponsor or transfer any visas of any kind at this time.
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