Azure Infrastructure Architect – DevOps & Cloud Migration -UAE rs

Role Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Infrastructure Architect with strong expertise in Cloud Infrastructure, Dev Ops, Automation, and Migration Programs. The candidate will lead enterprise-scale Azure transformation initiatives, design scalable cloud architectures, drive automation strategies, and execute complex migration engagements from on-premises and multi-cloud environments to Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate should possess deep technical knowledge in Azure Infrastructure Services, Dev Ops practices, landing zone architecture, governance, automation, and enterprise migration methodologies.

Experience:

12+ Years Overall Experience 6+ Years in Azure Cloud Architecture & Migration

Location UAE (Dubai)

• Design and implement enterprise-grade Azure infrastructure solutions.
• Architect Azure Landing Zones aligned with the Microsoft CAF framework.
• Define high availability, scalability, resiliency, and disaster recovery (DR) strategies.
• Design hybrid cloud and multi-region architectures.
• Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives.

• Lead the assessment, planning, and execution of cloud migration projects.
• Migrate workloads from VMware, Hyper‑V, AWS, GCP, and physical environments to Azure.
• Perform application and infrastructure dependency analysis.
• Define migration waves, cut‑over plans, rollback plans, and DR validation processes.
• Drive repost, platform, and modernization strategies.

• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops and Git Hub Actions.
• Automate provisioning, deployment, patching, and operational workflows.
• Develop reusable automation frameworks using Power Shell, Python, and scripting tools.
• Enable and promote Dev Sec Ops  best practices.

• Design and manage Azure Virtual Networks.
• Design and manage VPN & Express Route.
• Design and manage NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Load Balancers.
• Design and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Design and manage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• Design and manage Azure Backup & Site Recovery.
• Design and manage Storage and Compute services.
• Implement monitoring using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Sentinel.

• Implement Azure Policies, RBAC, Management Groups, and Governance standards.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security and regulatory requirements.
• Implement identity and access management using Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD).
• Work closely with security teams for Zero Trust architecture implementation.

• Work with enterprise customers, presales, project managers, and delivery teams.
• Conduct workshops, architecture reviews, and technical discussions.
• Prepare HLD, LLD, migration runbook, and operational documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.

• Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Services.
• Azure Landing Zone.
• Azure Networking.
• Azure Governance.
• Azure Security.
• Azure Monitor & Sentinel.
• Azure Backup & Disaster Recovery.
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

• Azure Migrate.
• VMware to Azure Migration.
• Server & Database Migration.
• Hybrid Cloud Migration.
• Disaster Recovery & DR Drills.
• Migration Factory Approach.

• Azure Dev Ops.
• Git Hub Actions.
• Terraform.
• ARM / Bicep Templates.
• Power Shell.
• Python Scripting.
• CI/CD Automation.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

• Windows Server.
• Linux Administration.
• Active Directory.
• DNS / DHCP.
• VMware.
• Storage & Backup Technologies.
• Networking Concepts.

• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ‑305).
• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Administrator (AZ‑104).
• Microsoft Certified:
  Dev Ops Engineer Expert (AZ‑400).
• Terraform Associate Certification.
• Kubernetes Certifications preferred.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Customer‑facing consulting experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Leadership and mentoring capability.
• Ability to handle multiple enterprise projects.

• Experience in large enterprise cloud transformation projects.
• Experience working with global customers.
• MSP / Managed Services experience preferred.
• Experience in banking, manufacturing, healthcare, or telecom environments is an advantage.

• HLD / LLD Documentation.
• Migration Strategy & Run books.
• Azure Landing Zone Design.
• Dev Ops Automation Framework.
• Governance & Security Architecture.
• DR & Backup Design.
• Operational Handover Documentation.