Job Title: Azure Architect
Location:
London
Company:
Established Microsoft Partner
Industry:
Financial Services
About the company:
My client is a leading Microsoft partner specialising in innovative solutions for the financial sector. They pride ourselves on delivering cutting-edge technology and exceptional service to their clients. As they expand their operations, they are seeking an experienced Azure Architect to join the team.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate must be an experienced Azure Architect. They will be required to lead greenfield projects and guide technical team in designing and implementing robust cloud solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the architecture of internal and external applications while driving innovation and excellence in financial technology offerings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the architectural design and implementation of Azure-based solutions, focusing on Azure Functions, Azure Data Lake, and .NET Core.
- Oversee team activities, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure adherence to best practices and SOLID principles.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable cloud solutions.
- Drive the adoption of DevOps practices to enhance the deployment pipeline and ensure efficient delivery.
- Participate in code reviews and architecture discussions to maintain high-quality standards.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to continually improve our solutions.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Azure Architect or similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful cloud implementations.
- Expertise in Azure Functions, Azure Data Lake, DevOps, .NET Core, and Pyspark.
- Strong understanding of SOLID principles and best practices in software development.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide technical teams.
- Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
- Work on exciting greenfield projects within the financial sector.
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team culture.
- Competitive salary and benefits package - up to £90,000PA
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and certification in the Microsoft ecosystem.