Azure Solution Architect

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Technology Credit Union (Tech CU). We are currently looking for an Azure Solution Architect in California (USA).

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Solution Architect to design and implement cloud-native solutions that optimize performance, scalability, and security. This role involves leading architecture for complex software projects, collaborating with development and operations teams, and guiding the adoption of DevOps practices. You will shape application, network, and infrastructure strategies across enterprise-scale environments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, mentors other engineers, and applies best practices to modern cloud architectures. This role provides the opportunity to influence technology strategy while working in a flexible, collaborative, and mission-driven setting.

Accountabilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native applications leveraging Azure services such as App Services, Azure Functions, AKS, and Logic Apps.
• Define microservices architecture, API management strategies, and integration patterns to ensure scalable, secure, and performant solutions.
• Architect secure network topologies using Azure Virtual Networks, Subnets, NSGs, VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, and Private Endpoints.
• Lead infrastructure architecture planning using Azure IaaS and PaaS, including compute, storage, backup, high availability, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with development teams to guide solution implementation and DevOps practices, ensuring adherence to design standards and governance policies.
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and security while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with enterprise policies.
• Mentor technical staff, review code, provide constructive feedback, and drive the adoption of best practices across projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. Postgraduate degree is a plus.
• 8+ years of IT architecture experience, with at least 5 years focused on Azure cloud solutions.
• Expertise in Azure compute, networking, storage, security, and enterprise-scale solution design.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Strong background in .NET Framework, .NET Core, C#, REST APIs, and front-end frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases, including MS SQL Server.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, and cloud security best practices (MFA, SSL, SAML, encryption).
• Excellent stakeholder management, verbal and written communication, and analytical skills.
• Relevant certifications preferred: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Network Engineer Associate, TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Finance industry experience is advantageous but not required.

Benefits

• Salary range: $146,400 – $219,600 with bonus potential up to 20%, dependent on experience.
• Comprehensive health care benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Voluntary Time Off (VTO), and 12 paid holidays annually.
• Flexible work schedule within core business hours, occasional extended hours as needed.
• Remote work flexibility, depending on business needs and performance.
• Professional development opportunities and mentoring support.
• Chance to work on enterprise-scale Azure solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!