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K20S Information Technology LLC

Job Role: Azure Architect L2
Experience: 5 - 8 years
Location: Dubai (Onsite)
Duration: 1 year&nbsp;

Job Summary: We are seeking an Azure Architect (L2 Level) with 5–8 years of experience to support and optimize our cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure services, networking, automation, and infrastructure management, along with the ability to troubleshoot, configure, and enhance cloud environments. 

Key Responsibilities: 1. Azure Cloud Administration &amp; Support • &nbsp; &nbsp;Manage and support Azure IaaS &amp; PaaS services including Virtual Machines, Storage, Networking, and Databases. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure resources for performance and cost efficiency. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Implement best practices for resource management, scaling, and disaster recovery. 2. Networking &amp; Connectivity • &nbsp; &nbsp;Configure and troubleshoot Azure Virtual Networks, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and Load Balancers. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Manage DNS, Application Gateways, Traffic Manager, and hybrid network integrations. 3. Automation &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC) • &nbsp; &nbsp;Develop and maintain ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep for cloud infrastructure automation. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Implement Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD deployment automation. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Utilize PowerShell or CLI for automation of cloud operations. 4. Backup, Monitoring &amp; Cost Optimization • &nbsp; &nbsp;Configure and manage Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and Log Analytics. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Optimize cost and performance using Azure Cost Management and Advisor recommendations. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Implement monitoring and alerting through Azure Monitor and Application Insights. 5. Database &amp; Storage Management • &nbsp; &nbsp;Manage and optimize Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and other managed database services. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Configure and maintain Azure Blob Storage, File Shares, and Disk Management. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Implement backup and retention policies for storage and databases. 6. Technical Support &amp; Documentation • &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide L2-level support for Azure-related incidents and escalations. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Work closely with L1 engineers and senior architects to resolve complex issues. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and knowledge base articles. 

Required Skills &amp; Qualifications: • &nbsp; &nbsp;5–8 years of experience in Azure cloud administration and architecture. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong knowledge of Azure Virtual Machines, Networking, Storage, and Databases. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Hands-on experience with Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, and ExpressRoute. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proficiency in Terraform, ARM templates, PowerShell, or Azure CLI. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Basic understanding of containerization and AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service). • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong troubleshooting and incident resolution skills. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Good understanding of cloud cost management and optimization. 

Preferred Certifications (Good to Have): • &nbsp; &nbsp;Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) • &nbsp; &nbsp;Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)