Job title: Cloud Architect
Company: eXcell
Job description: At , you’re more than just a number. Our employee relationship managers support you throughout your engagement, providing career guidance and reemployment assistance.Our client is currently seeking a qualified Cloud Architect to join their team onsite at their Atlanta, GA or Newnan, GA office. This Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-grade cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. They will play a critical role in developing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures while collaborating with development, security, and operations teams. This role requires deep expertise in Azure services, C#/.NET (ASP.NET), cloud security, and DevOps methodologies. Additionally, experience with Snowflake, Python, and cloud-based data architectures is highly desirable.Cloud Architecture and Development:Design and implement highly scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures using Azure PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS offeringsDevelop cloud-native applications leveraging C#/.NET (ASP.NET), Azure Functions, and microservices architecturesDefine and enforce best practices for cloud development, deployment, and automationCreate and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or BicepCloud Security and Compliance:Implement security best practices for cloud environments, including identity and access management (IAM), network security, and encryptionUtilize Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender to monitor and mitigate security threatsEnsure cloud solutions comply with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other industry standardsDevelop policies and strategies for data governance, access control, and security hardeningCloud Deployment and DevOps:Build and maintain CI / CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and PowerShell scriptingAutomate infrastructure provisioning and deployments with Terraform, Ansible, or ARM templatesOptimize cloud resource allocation using Azure Monitor, Cost Management, and auto-scaling strategiesSupport containerization and orchestration using Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)Data and Analytics Integration:Design and implement data processing pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, and SnowflakeDevelop and optimize ETL / ELT workflows with Python and SQL for cloud-based data platformsEnsure efficient data storage and retrieval strategies leveraging Azure Blob Storage, Cosmos DB, and SnowflakeWork closely with data engineering teams to support real-time analytics, AI/ML workloads, and data lakesPerformance Optimization and Reliability:Monitor and enhance cloud performance, cost-efficiency, and scalabilityImplement disaster recovery and business continuity strategies using Azure Site Recovery, geo-redundancy, and backup solutionsConduct cloud health assessments, performance tuning, and cost optimizations to maximize efficiencySkills and Qualifications:Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud computing with at least 1+ year in a cloud architecture roleStrong expertise in Microsoft Azure, including Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, and Azure NetworkingProficiency in C#/.NET (ASP.NET) for cloud-based application developmentExperience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automationStrong understanding of cloud security principles, identity management, and network securityExperience with Snowflake and Python for data processing and cloud analyticsFamiliarity with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and microservices architecturesKnowledge of cloud cost management and optimization strategiesExcellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skillsPreferred Qualifications:Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification or equivalentExperience working with hybrid cloud environmentsKnowledge of AI/ML services in Azure (e.g., Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services)Strong background in high-availability and disaster recovery solutionsWage Range:
The starting salary for this position is between $110,000 to $135,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.Benefits:
The Company offers a comprehensive benefit package that you can elect into including but not limited to the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability plans, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays (up to 6 days annually), paid time off (minimum of 10 days annually), paid parental leave (minimum of 10 days annually), 401(k), FSA/HSA pre-tax benefits.The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.W2 only, no Corp to Corp. We are unable to sponsor H-1B visas at this time.™, a division of CompuCom® Systems, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide IT staffing services and solutions to Fortune 1000 companies as well as small and medium business. For more information, visit .
Expected salary: $110000 – 135000 per year
Location: Newnan, GA
Job date: Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:40:32 GMT
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