Senior Azure Cloud Architect
Listed on 2026-08-14
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IT/Tech
Azure, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer
Senior Azure Cloud Architect
Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Senior Azure Cloud Architect to work within our Technology & Innovation department in our Minneapolis or Philadelphia office. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the design, implementation, automation, optimization, and operational support of the firm's Microsoft Azure environments. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.
What you would do:
- Azure Virtual Machines
- Virtual Machine Scale Sets
- Azure App Services
- Azure Storage Accounts
- Azure Files / Blob / Managed Disks
- Azure Backup
- Azure Site Recovery
- Azure Load Balancer
- Azure Application Gateway
- Azure Key Vault
What is expected:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and diplomacy skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/video conference)
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation in a collaborative environment
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize, and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
What we offer:
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $ – $.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is an exempt role and the initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus;
life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
What is required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive IT infrastructure, systems, and/or cloud engineering experience
- 5+ years of deep, hands-on Microsoft Azure engineering experience
- Experience with in a professional services organization is strongly preferred
- Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise-grade Azure infrastructure in complex, hybrid environments
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure IaaS, PaaS, identity, networking, security, and governance
- Hands-on experience with Azure networking and hybrid connectivity, including virtual networks,…
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