Solutions Architect

  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Remote
  • Category: Develop, Software Development
  • Salary: Negotiable

Senior Software Architect – 3 month Contract

We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile Azure Solution Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of cloud-based solutions across various industries. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Azure Cloud technologies, .NET development, and cloud architecture, with a proven ability to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions tailored to complex business needs.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and Design:
  • Lead the architecture and design of cloud-native solutions using Azure services, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.
  • Architect single-tenant, multi-tenant, serverless, event-driven, and microservices-based platforms using Azure Functions, Service Bus, and Azure SQL Server.
  • Design and oversee the integration of complex solutions involving multiple technologies and platforms (e.g., Azure and AWS).
  • Development and Implementation:
  • Develop and implement Azure-based applications using .NET 8/C#, Vue.js, and other modern frameworks.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Bicep/ARM, focusing on infrastructure automation and environment consistency.
  • Engage in hands-on coding when necessary, especially in designing prototypes, proof of concepts (POCs), and optimising existing solutions.

 

Mentorship:

  • Provide guidance and mentorship to developers, ensuring continuous learning and adherence to modern design principles.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences effectively.
  • Cloud Services Integration:
  • Lead the integration of Azure PaaS services such as Azure Functions, Service Bus, Cosmos DB, and Azure API Management into existing and new systems.
  • Leverage Azure Cognitive Services, Data Factory, Key Vault, and other services to enhance application functionality and security.
  • Ensure proper data management and security practices, including the use of Azure AD B2C and secure messaging systems.
  • Platform and Infrastructure Management:
  • Architect solutions that integrate legacy systems with modern cloud platforms, ensuring seamless operation and data integrity.
  • Oversee the implementation of containerized solutions using Docker and other orchestration solutions for scalable deployment.
  • Manage platform-related aspects like observability, logging, metrics, and internationalization to support global operations.

 

Experience:

  • Minimum of 10+ years in software development, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture (Azure preferred).
  • Proven track record in leading the design and implementation of large-scale cloud-native applications.
  • Strong experience in .NET Core, C# for enterprise-level application development.
  • Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in Azure Cloud services, .NET technologies, and associated frameworks.
  • Strong experience with DevOps tools, including Azure DevOps, Bicep, and Terraform.
  • Deep knowledge of database management, including Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and MS SQL.
  • Familiarity with legacy systems and their integration into modern cloud environments.
  • Certifications (Nice to have):
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Developer Associate.
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert (preferred).

 

Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on practical and efficient solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts to business stakeholders.
  • Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset, staying updated with the latest cloud and development technologies.

 

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience with IoT/Embedded systems, machine learning, and edge computing.
  • Background in industries such as insurance, finance, or government projects.
  • Previous roles as a principal or lead architect with responsibility for large-scale deployments.
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    Colleen Quigley

    Colleen Quigley

    Colleen brings a personable and extroverted approach to her role as an IT Recruitment Consultant which is complemented by her third level BSC Honours degree educational background. Colleen has a vast range of experience in her career to date, most notably within the hospitality, food & nutrition and particularly the recruitment industry, in which she has a number of years working in both Ireland and Perth Australia. Colleen is an extremely organised, competitive, individual with a passion for ensuring that each of her individual clients and candidate pre-requisites are dealt with in an efficient and satisfactory manner. Colleen likes to spend her spare time keeping fit and spending quality time with her family.

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