Software Application Architect

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Certified Technical Architect with a strong foundation in ASP.NET Core, Web API, MSSQL, and Azure cloud services. You will be responsible for designing and overseeing the architecture of scalable, secure, and modern enterprise-grade solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience with cloud-native components like Azure Service Bus, AKS, Functions, API Management, and Event Grid, while also being proficient in traditional .NET-based web development and integration patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and design using NET Core, Web API, and MSSQL Server.
• Architect and implement microservices and containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Design scalable and secure APIs and expose them using Azure API Management.
• Define and implement event-driven architectures using Azure Event Grid, Service Bus, and Logic Apps.
• Create serverless components using Azure Functions to orchestrate background workflows and event processing.
• Manage secrets and sensitive configuration via Azure Key Vault.
• Work closely with stakeholders, developers, and DevOps teams to ensure alignment with business goals and technical standards.
• Establish architecture governance and enforce best practices across development teams.
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews, mentorship, and architectural blueprints.
• Collaborate with DevOps to define CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and cloud deployment strategies.

Required Skills & Experience
Backend & Web Technologies

• Deep experience with NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and RESTful API services
• Strong understanding of Entity Framework / EF Core, LINQ,andrepository patterns
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server: database design, performance tuning, and stored procedures

Azure Cloud Expertise

• Experience designing and implementing solutions using:
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, Event Hubs
• Azure API Management (APIM)
• Azure Functions, Logic Apps
• Azure Key Vault, App Configuration
• Familiarity with cloud security, authentication (OAuth2, JWT), and role-based access controls
• Knowledge of cloud observability tools like Application Insights, Log Analytics

Architecture & Leadership

• Expertise in microservices architecture, API versioning, and containerized deployments
• Solid understanding of domain-driven design (DDD), clean architecture, and design patterns
• Ability to lead solution architecture and articulate decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with Agile/Scrum environments, Git-based workflows, and DevOps tools
• Strong skills in architectural documentation and system integration diagrams

Nice to Have

• Exposure to OpenAPI / Swagger, gRPC, or protobuf
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
• Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud solutions