The Azure Architect will lead design and implementation solutions that run on Microsoft Azure to deliver end-to-end cloud transformation. As the Azure Solutions Architect you will be responsible for driving the deployment of solutions onto the Azure platform by working with key technical and non-technical decision makers and internal teams to envision, architect, help build solutions and drive long-term cloud adoption.

This is a hybrid role in our Newton, MA office.

What you will be doing:

• Assess, analyze current infrastructure footprint (compute, storage, network) and complete requirement gathering (HW, SW) to move individual applications to Cloud

• Complete high level and low-level design for cloud infrastructure, databases and other required components.

• Build and deploy infrastructure in cloud

• Migrate OS, Database and application from on-premise to Cloud

• Apply technical knowledge and customer insights to create application modernization roadmap and architect solutions to meet business and IT needs, ensuring technical viability of new projects and successful deployments, orchestrating key resources and infusing key application development and DevOps technologies (e.g. App Service, containers, serverless, cloud native, .net/Typescirpt, DevOps and OSS tools)

• Work with platform architects to design and build robust, scalable and secure technical solutions on the Azure Cloud

• At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position.

What we hope you will bring to this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or comparable experience required

• Vocational or technical education. Must have at least 1 Azure certification (Administrator, Developer or Architect)

• 7 years of experience in the .Net web application development with 5+ years of development level experience in Microsoft Azure

• Minimum additional 5 years of relevant experience would be considered in lieu of the applicable degree

Additional Job Requirements

• Must have demonstrated hands-on experience of migrating solutions to the Azure cloud platform

• Must have at least 1 Azure certification (Administrator, Developer, or Architect)

• Must have in-depth understanding of compute, storage, network components including backup, monitoring and DR environment requirements

• Experience and understanding of large-scale applications portfolio in enterprise-wide environment (including migration of on-premise workloads to the cloud) required;

• Deep domain expertise of cloud application development solutions (e.g. IaaS, Serverless, API Management), container orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes, Cloud Foundry), continuous integration technologies (e.g. Jenkins, Spinnaker, Azure for DevOps, Chef, Puppet), web application server technologies, cloud application design, software architecture and practices (design/development/deployment, Agile, SCRUM, ALM), breadth of technical experience, and technical aptitude to learn and adjust to new technologies and cloud trends required;

• Experience and understanding of large-scale application development projects (including key coding skills and practices) required

• Proven ability to understand application and operational requirements in a variety of functional areas and the flexibility to adapt to new and changing information

• Ability to prioritize and manage many competing demands and thrive in a fast paced environment

• Ability to work effectively as part of a virtual team

• Have a strong customer service philosophy and skills; thrive in a team environment as well as in an individual setting; demonstrate impeccable organization, attention to detail and follow-up skills; have a willingness to take on new projects; be a self-starter, highly motivated, results-driven and goal-oriented, comfortable setting aggressive goals and exceeding them

Compensation Range:

The annual salary range for this role is: $130,000 - $145,000 along with a 5% bonus plan

Compensation Range: $130,000 - $145,000 / year

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.

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