Azure Systems Architect

Quick Facts

Azure Systems Architect leading design, governance, and implementation of scalable, secure, AI-ready cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure.

Description

Lead enterprise-grade Azure architecture covering infrastructure, networking, security, container platforms, DevOps practices, and AI integration. Collaborate with engineering, security, and product teams to establish a robust Azure foundation enabling cloud transformation, operational excellence, and adoption of AI-enabled business capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise Azure platform architecture, including landing zones, subscriptions, networking, identity, governance, and workload hosting standards
• Design reusable cloud patterns for APIs, microservices, containerized workloads, and serverless solutions
• Define secure, scalable networking architectures, including hub-and-spoke topologies, private connectivity, and API gateways
• Define Infrastructure as Code standards using Terraform and lead environment automation initiatives
• Drive CI/CD and DevOps standards, including security scanning and automated deployments
• Ensure observability, compliance, and cost optimization practices using Azure-native tools
• Advise on integrating AI services such as Azure AI and Azure OpenAI into application architectures
• Provide architectural reviews, enforce governance controls, and guide project delivery toward target-state architecture
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and security teams to deliver solutions aligned with enterprise principles

Requirements

• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise Azure architectures
• Strong expertise in Azure networking, identity, security, and landing zones
• Hands-on experience with AKS, container orchestration, and microservices
• Solid understanding of hybrid infrastructure, connectivity, and integration patterns
• Skilled in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) and CI/CD automation
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, GitHub/Azure DevOps, and automated pipelines
• Experience implementing observability solutions with Azure Monitor and Application Insights
• Understanding of cloud security, RBAC, managed identities, and compliance frameworks
• Exposure to AI/Generative AI services on Azure and ability to design AI-enabled solutions
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional environments

Benefits

• Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
• Business-driven relocation opportunities
• Career development programs
• Certification and training support (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
• English classes
• Stable pay
• Participation in Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
• Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
• Referral bonuses up to $2,000
• Offices with entertainment and relaxation zones, free snacks, coffee, and more
• Corporate, social, and well-being events