Azure Cloud Architect

Overview

Founded in Switzerland in 1968, Zühlke is owned by its partners and located across Europe and Asia. We are a global transformation partner, with engineering and innovation in our DNA. We are trusted to help clients envision and build their businesses for the future – to run smarter today while adapting for tomorrow’s markets, customers, and communities. Our multidisciplinary teams specialise in tech strategy and business innovation, digital solutions and applications, and device and systems engineering.

We excel in complex, regulated spaces including health and finance, connecting strategy, tech implementation, and operational services to help clients become more effective, resilient businesses.

If you share our values and want to do the best work, for the right reasons, we can offer you the chance to do it on a global scale and play a real role in shaping our exciting journey.

Azure Cloud Architect – you help clients design, evolve and modernize cloud environments that deliver measurable business value. You define cloud strategies, guide architectural decisions and serve as a trusted advisor to technical teams and business stakeholders.

• Shape platform and target architectures on Azure aligned with current technology trends to enable secure, scalable and compliant solutions.
• Define modern landing zones, governance models and cloud operating concepts that create a strong foundation for sustainable cloud adoption.
• Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into clear architectural decisions and actionable roadmaps.
• Contribute hands-on by implementing cloud solutions using automation, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and observability to achieve operational excellence.
• Lead complex migration and modernization initiatives in demanding environments while reducing delivery risk.
• Coach engineers and promote engineering practices, knowledge sharing and collaboration across projects.

• Strong background in software engineering, architecture, and Azure cloud.
• Expertise in automation, Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD.
• Broad knowledge of networking, cloud security, AI, observability, identity management, Microsoft 365, and Kubernetes.
• Ability to engage stakeholders, translate business needs into practical solutions, and make holistic decisions across cost, risk, security, performance, and governance.
• Azure certifications and knowledge of the Cloud Adoption Framework are a plus; additional AWS or GCP experience is welcome.
• Fluency in German and English is required.

• Work life blend: safe & healthy workplace, with flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home.
• Profit share scheme: in addition to your annual salary, you may receive a profit share.
• Global and Diverse Zühlke community: colleagues from 16 offices across the globe come together to create a positive and inclusive culture.
• Committed to development: we invest in your growth and empower you to build the skills you need today and in the future.

Please remember all applications must be submitted in English only to be considered. If you feel you don  meet all the requirements, we are still happy to get to know you, learn more about your ambitions and ideas and look forward to receiving your application!

We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion, colour, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.