Key Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive application migration and cloud readiness assessments. - Lead high-level and detailed architectural designs covering Azure Well Architected Framework pillars and application modernization requirements. - Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops, clearly translating business and technical requirements into actionable design documents. - Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculations and migration cost analyses to stakeholders. - Provide expert guidance and leadership throughout cloud migration and modernization projects, ensuring alignment with architectural best practices. - Collaborate proactively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, developers, project managers, and business stakeholders. - Ensure clear, concise, and proactive communication across all levels of the organization. Required Skills and Experience: - Proven experience as a Cloud Architect, specifically in application migrations and modernizations within Azure environments. - Deep technical knowledge in Azure Cloud services, networking, security frameworks, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Kubernetes (AKS), container technologies, and Azure App Service. - Strong hands-on experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD using GitHub Actions or similar tool. - Demonstrable ability to conduct effective cloud assessments and translate business needs into high-quality architectural designs. - Exceptional soft skills, including clear communication, proactive engagement, and effective teamwork. Preferred Qualifications: - Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate). - Familiarity with Agile methodologies and frameworks.
Job Type
Remote role
Skills required
Azure, Kubernetes, CI/CD, GitHub, Agile
Location
India - Remote
Salary
No salary information was found.
Date Posted
June 12, 2025
Rackspace is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect specializing in Azure to lead application migration assessments and deliver architectural designs. This remote role requires strong expertise in Azure services, networking, security, and DevOps practices.