Modernization Engineer
Project Role Description : Build and test agile and cost effective hosting solutions. Implement scalable, high performance hosting solutions that meet the need of todays corporate and digital applications using both private and public cloud technologies. Develop and deliver legacy infrastructure transformation and migration to drive next-generation business outcomes.
Must have skills : Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Architecture
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary:
As a Modernization Engineer, a typical day involves designing and validating innovative hosting environments that are both agile and cost-efficient. The role focuses on creating scalable and high-performance hosting infrastructures tailored to support contemporary corporate and digital applications. This position also entails transforming and migrating legacy systems to modern platforms, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced business capabilities. Collaboration with various stakeholders to align infrastructure solutions with evolving business needs is a key aspect of the daily workflow, fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Role Summary
Highly experienced Azure Cloud Architect responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-scale Azure environments across multiple regions and subscriptions. The role focuses on Azure Landing Zones, cloud networking, security, identity management, automation, disaster recovery, and cost optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones and cloud governance frameworks.
Architect secure and scalable Azure networking solutions, including multi-region connectivity, Application Gateway, Load Balancer, Private Endpoints, and hybrid connectivity.
Lead Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) deployments and modernization initiatives.
Implement Azure security and identity solutions using Entra ID, PIM, Identity Governance, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, and Sentinel.
Develop automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Azure DevOps, Bicep, PowerShell, and CI/CD pipelines.
Design and manage monitoring, logging, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Backup, and Azure Site Recovery.
Implement Azure Integration Services including Logic Apps, Azure Functions, API Management, Event Hub, and Data Factory.
Drive cloud cost optimization initiatives through governance, reservations, and resource utilization improvements.
Provide technical leadership, architectural governance, and best-practice guidance for cloud transformation programs.
Required Skills
Azure Landing Zones & Enterprise Architecture
Azure Networking & Security
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Microsoft Entra ID, PIM, Identity Governance
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Defender for Cloud
Terraform, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, PowerShell, Bicep
Azure Backup, Site Recovery, DR Planning
Logic Apps, Azure Functions, APIM, Event Hub
Azure Cost Optimization & Governance
Preferred Experience
Large-scale Azure migration and transformation programs.
Multi-region, highly available cloud architectures.
Enterprise automation and platform engineering.
Hybrid cloud and security-focused environments.
Additional Information:
10+ years of IT Infrastructure and Cloud experience.
5+ years of hands-on Azure Architecture and Implementation experience.
A 15 years full time education is required.
- This position is based at our Pune office.
Chennai
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