Rackspace Technology

Azure Solution Architect

Rackspace Technology

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Gurgaon • 🇮🇳 India

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Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

AzureCloudFirewallsKubernetesNode.js

About the role

  • Design scalable, secure, and resilient solutions on Microsoft Azure aligned with the Azure Well-Architected Framework.
  • Lead cloud readiness assessments, application modernization planning, and on-prem to cloud migration initiatives.
  • Develop high-level and low-level architecture designs covering compute, storage, networking, identity, backup/DR, and monitoring.
  • Architect complex Azure networking solutions, with a strong focus on:
  • - azure networking foundations
  • - azure Hybrid Connectivity (VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, VNet Peering)
  • - network security and segmentation using Azure Firewall and NSGs
  • - scaling, best practices, and limitations of network infrastructure
  • - Cross-tenant connectivity and multi-subscription designs
  • Drive architecture discussions around scalability, high availability, disaster recovery, compliance, and performance.
  • Lead the implementation of advanced Azure Active Directory (AD) Premium features focused on security, identity governance, and compliance.
  • Architect and provision Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS) clusters in Azure, including configuration of node pools, sizing, and integration with other Azure services.
  • Provide end-to-end system design for critical platforms such as core banking systems—including app servers, databases, messaging layers, security modules, and third-party integrations.
  • Guide DevOps strategy and CI/CD implementations using GitHub Actions or similar tools.
  • Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and migration cost estimations to stakeholders.
  • Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all assigned resources and ensure smooth delivery in collaboration with engineers, PMs, and client teams.
  • Identify and resolve system vulnerabilities, inefficiencies, and misconfigurations with industry best practices.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of professional IT experience with a strong focus on cloud architecture and solution delivery.
  • 10+ years working with Microsoft Azure, including designing and implementing production-grade workloads.
  • Proven expertise in:
  • - Azure IaaS, PaaS, networking, and security services
  • - Azure networking (core concepts, hybrid connectivity, firewalls, scaling, cross-tenant design)
  • - Kubernetes (AKS), containers, and Azure App Services
  • - Azure Active Directory (including Premium features)
  • - Devops methodologies and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
  • - Identity & Access Management (IAM), policy, governance, and compliance
  • Strong experience conducting assessments and leading large-scale migrations.
  • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to present technical solutions to business stakeholders.
  • Effective leadership and collaboration capabilities in a cross-functional and client-facing environment.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
cloud architectureMicrosoft AzureAzure IaaSAzure PaaSKubernetesAzure Active DirectoryDevOps methodologiesCI/CDnetwork securityapplication modernization
Soft skills
analytical skillsdocumentation skillscommunication skillsleadershipcollaborationproblem-solvingpresentation skillsclient-facing skillscross-functional teamworkstakeholder engagement