Azure Cloud Solutions Architect, Senior Manager

A career within our Microsoft Cloud Practice will provide you with the opportunity to help leading organizations develop and implement strategies that transform their technology capabilities and solve their most critical business challenges. We take a "cloud first" approach when building assets and delivering technology with an agile operating model. Our mindset is to always look for opportunities to automate technology and business processes. We assist our clients to embrace next-generation sourcing strategies to drive success and get "fit for the cloud".Joining this dynamic team will allow you the opportunity to shape, scale, and lead a group of highly skilled cloud architects and engineers. You will be able to combine your consulting, technical, and industry expertise to build and deliver innovative cloud solutions.With a focus on Cloud and DevOps, you will collaborate with internal teams and clients to architect and implement hybrid cloud solutions, leverage cloud services, and ensure a solid foundation to run, manage, and scale their critical business applications.
Meaningful work you'll be part of and key responsibilities
As an Azure Cloud Solutions Architect, Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leadership and Client Engagement
• Lead cross-functional teamsin developing and proposing technical cloud-based solutions, including proposals and statements of work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business needs and translating them into strategic cloud solutions.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic directionin the adoption of cloud technologies, ensuring alignment with clients' business objectives.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Solution Architecture and Delivery
• Architect and design comprehensive cloud solutionsleveraging Azure services, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Develop reference architectures and best practice approachesto optimize clients' cloud adoption, application performance, security, and cost models.
• Analyze complex business and technical requirementsand translate them into effective designs and implementation plans.
• Oversee the executionof cloud migration and modernization projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.

Innovation and Thought Leadership
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trendsin cloud computing, DevOps, and related fields.
• Identify opportunities toenhance service offeringsand contribute to the development of reusable and repeatable cloud-based patterns and artifacts.
• Be an active memberin the technology community and share your knowledge and expertise.

Collaboration and Teamwork
• Collaborate effectivelywith internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.
• Promote knowledge sharingwithin the team and across the organization, contributing to the development of best practices and standards.
• Facilitate meetings and workshopswith clients and team members to align on project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.

Experiences and skills you'll use to solve
• Extensive relevant experience working in cloud engineering, solution architecture, or a related capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership experiencein managing teams and driving complex technical projects to successful completion.
• Extensive experience in cloud technologies(especially Azure), project execution, and software development.
• Proven track record inarchitecting and implementing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-based solutions.
• Experience in leading cloud transformation initiatives, focusing on:
• Cloud technology architectures and solutions, including hybrid cloud and deployment options (PaaS, IaaS).
• Change management practices, including organizational models, roles/responsibilities, and technology tooling and automation.
• Application modernization strategies and tooling.
• Supporting the removal of technical debt and legacy applications.
• Working in waterfall, agile, and other methodologies.
• Strongbusiness acumenwith the ability to engage with executive-level stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business value.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with experience in a consulting environment, including delivering business presentations and authoring technical documentation.

Technical experience in many of the following areas:
• Cloud Strategy and Architecture:Deep expertise in Azure cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, and security, with the ability to design end-to-end solutions that meet client requirements.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):Mastery in using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, and ARM templates for automating infrastructure deployment and management.
• Containerization and Orchestration:Extensive experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (AKS preferred), including designing and implementing containerized solutions at scale.
• DevOps Practices:Strong proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and experience with tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Spinnaker, promoting automation and continuous delivery.
• Database and Data Solutions:Expertise with Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and other cloud-based database solutions, including data migration and management strategies.
• Security and Compliance:In-depth knowledge of Azure security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and adherence to compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
• Monitoring and Optimization:Proficiency in using monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Scripting and Automation:Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automating cloud operations and processes.
• Networking:Comprehensive understanding of cloud networking concepts, including virtual networks, subnets, load balancers, VPN gateways, and network security groups.

Why you'll love PwC
We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

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