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



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Enterprise-Level Azure Architecture: Design and implement best practices for Azure cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs.

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Azure Migrations & Hybrid Cloud: Lead on-premises-to-Azure migrations, including
VMs, applications, and databases .

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Identity & Access Management: Configure and manage
Entra ID (Azure AD) , hybrid identity, and security policies.

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Networking & Security: Implement
Azure Networking (VNETs, NSGs, ExpressRoute, VPNs) and security best practices.

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Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate infrastructure deployment using
Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates .

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Cost Optimization & Governance: Define
Azure governance frameworks, FinOps strategies , and enforce best practices.

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Azure DevOps & Automation: Implement
CI/CD pipelines, containerization (AKS), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) .

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Troubleshooting & Support: Work closely with IT teams to resolve Azure-related issues and optimize cloud performance.




What We're Looking For



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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 .

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DevOps & Automation - Azure DevOps, Kubernetes (AKS), PowerShell, Python, Bash.

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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!