Cloud Architect

Position: Cloud Architect

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Remote available)

Job : 1288

# of Openings: 1

• Set the Vision: Shape cloud architecture strategies and solutions aligned to client business goals and Vervint's Enterprise Architecture methodology.
• Design the Solution: Create scalable, secure, and resilient Azure-based architectures, either independently or as part of multi-domain solutions.
• Engage the Client: Partner with stakeholders to understand needs, guide technology adoption, and deliver actionable architecture roadmaps.
• Lead Technically: Provide domain expertise, mentor team members, and guide delivery to ensure high‑quality outcomes across engagements.
• Manage Risk & Delivery: Identify risks, define constraints, and ensure successful execution of architecture solutions.
• Enable Growth: Contribute to presales, solution shaping, and thought leadership to strengthen client relationships and drive new opportunities.

• Work with clients to design architectures and solutions as part of Vervint's Enterprise Architecture methodology.
• Lead the design and development of scalable, resilient, and secure architecture solutions within your domain of focus.
• Create technical designs, architecture artifacts, and diagrams to communicate solutions.
• Engage with client leadership, solution architects, and enterprise architects to define technical approaches.
• Participate in sprint planning, retros, and other ceremonies to align team effort with engagement outcomes.
• Mentor peers toward Domain Architect roles and demonstrate leadership across 1–8 engagements.
• Identify, document, and mitigate risks associated with architecture solutions.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of solutions.
• Continuously assess and improve architectural processes, methodologies, and tools.

• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, with hands‑on experience designing and implementing enterprise‑grade Azure environments.
• Subject‑matter expertise in Azure cloud networking, hybrid connectivity, and large‑scale Landing Zone architecture; fluency across identity, security, and governance.
• Strong understanding of cloud and on‑premises architectural principles, including Azure Landing Zone design, hub‑and‑spoke and Virtual WAN topologies, and hybrid cloud integration patterns.
• Proven experience establishing network connectivity from on‑premises environments to Azure (Express Route, VPN, Azure Virtual WAN, BGP routing).
• In‑depth knowledge of on‑premises networking concepts and their Azure‑native equivalents.
• Ability to design multi‑subscription Azure environments, including management group hierarchies, policy frameworks, RBAC structures, and network topologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with a strategic mindset.
• Relevant Azure certifications strongly preferred (AZ‑700, AZ‑305, AZ‑900/AZ‑104).

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• At least 10 years of information technology or software development experience.
• At least 5 years of experience creating technical architectures in Azure, with a strong emphasis on cloud networking and hybrid connectivity.
• Hands‑on experience designing and deploying Azure Landing Zones at enterprise scale, including policy‑as‑code, subscription vending, and RBAC governance.
• Proficiency in Azure networking services such as Azure Virtual WAN, Express Route, VPN, Azure Firewall, NSGs, Private Endpoints, DNS, and traffic management services.
• Experience with on‑premises network architecture (routing protocols, MPLS, SD‑WAN) and bridging to Azure connectivity solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tooling (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates) and monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Network Watcher).
• At least 3 years of leadership experience, providing technical leadership or acting as a technical project manager.

Vervint is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status regarding public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.