Azure Solution Architect - Long-Term Contract

€650-700 per day | Remote with occasional onsite (EU-based candidates preferred)

We are looking for an experienced Azure Solution Architect to join our client on a long-term contract. This role focuses on Azure cloud architecture, enterprise migrations, security, and automation , helping organizations drive digital transformation with Microsoft Azure.

If you have deep expertise in Azure Infrastructure, Identity & Access Management (Entra ID), Security, and Migrations , we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

✓ Enterprise-Level Azure Architecture: Design and implement best practices for Azure cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs.
✓ Azure Migrations & Hybrid Cloud: Lead on-premises-to-Azure migrations, including VMs, applications, and databases .
✓ Identity & Access Management: Configure and manage Entra ID (Azure AD) , hybrid identity, and security policies.
✓ Networking & Security: Implement Azure Networking (VNETs, NSGs, ExpressRoute, VPNs) and security best practices.
✓ Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate infrastructure deployment using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates .
✓ Cost Optimization & Governance: Define Azure governance frameworks, FinOps strategies , and enforce best practices.
✓ Azure DevOps & Automation: Implement CI/CD pipelines, containerization (AKS), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) .
✓ Troubleshooting & Support: Work closely with IT teams to resolve Azure-related issues and optimize cloud performance.

What We're Looking For

✓ Extensive hands-on experience with Azure cloud services, infrastructure, and networking.
✓ Proven ability to migrate workloads from on-premises environments to Azure.
✓ Strong expertise in Entra ID (Azure AD), IAM, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) .
✓ Experience with Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel .
✓ IaC proficiency - Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
✓ Knowledge of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and hybrid cloud solutions .
✓ DevOps & Automation - Azure DevOps, Kubernetes (AKS), PowerShell, Python, Bash.
✓ Certifications preferred:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Soft Skills & Requirements

Clear communication - Ability to align with stakeholders, provide updates, and troubleshoot effectively.
Collaboration mindset - Works well in a team, sharing knowledge and supporting peers.
Proactive problem solver - Anticipates challenges and takes initiative to resolve them.
International experience - Comfortable working in diverse, global teams.
Languages: Fluent English required; German is a plus.

Contract Details

Duration: Long-term contract
Rate: €650-700 per day
Location: Remote (EU-based preferred, occasional onsite possible)
Start Date: ASAP

If you're ready to take on an exciting Azure cloud transformation project , apply today!