Azure Cloud Solutions Architect, Senior Manager

2 Months ago • 8-12 Years • DevOps

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Azure Cloud Solutions Architect, Senior Manager at PwC, you will lead cross-functional teams in developing and proposing technical cloud-based solutions. You'll build and maintain strong client relationships, providing thought leadership in cloud technology adoption. Responsibilities include architecting and designing comprehensive cloud solutions using Azure, developing reference architectures, overseeing cloud migration projects, and staying current on emerging technologies. You will mentor team members and collaborate effectively with internal teams and clients. This role requires extensive experience in cloud technologies (especially Azure), project execution, and software development, along with strong leadership and communication skills.
Must have:
  • Lead cloud solution development
  • Build strong client relationships
  • Azure expertise
  • Cloud architecture design
  • Project execution & management
  • Team mentorship
  • Excellent communication
Good to have:
  • Terraform, Ansible, Bicep
  • Docker, Kubernetes
  • Azure DevOps, Jenkins
  • Azure SQL, Cosmos DB
  • PowerShell, Python
Perks:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Inclusive benefits
  • Flexibility programs

Job Details

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Microsoft

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

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 teams in 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 direction in 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 solutions leveraging Azure services, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
  • Develop reference architectures and best practice approaches to optimize clients’ cloud adoption, application performance, security, and cost models.
  • Analyze complex business and technical requirements and translate them into effective designs and implementation plans.
  • Oversee the execution of cloud migration and modernization projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
     

Innovation and Thought Leadership

  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in cloud computing, DevOps, and related fields.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance service offerings and contribute to the development of reusable and repeatable cloud-based patterns and artifacts.
  • Be an active member in the technology community and share your knowledge and expertise.


Collaboration and Teamwork

  • Collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.
  • Promote knowledge sharing within the team and across the organization, contributing to the development of best practices and standards.
  • Facilitate meetings and workshops with 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 experience in 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 in architecting 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.
  • Strong business acumen with 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
 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Model Development, Business Process Modeling, Business Systems, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Developing Training Materials, Embracing Change, Emerging Technologies, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Enterprise Integration, Enterprise Software, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Influence, Innovative Design, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 23 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

To learn more about inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Be a part of The New Equation.

Chez PwC Canada, notre atout le plus précieux, c’est notre personnel. Et c’est en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons à cœur de créer une communauté équitable et inclusive de professionnels de la résolution de problèmes, dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment à sa place. Nous savons que l’expérience peut prendre diverses formes et, pour nous, donner confiance au public et résoudre des problèmes importants n’est possible que si notre milieu de travail reflète la diversité de la société dans laquelle nous vivons.

Nous tenons à répondre à vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d’emploi, d’entrevue et d’embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation pour être parfaitement à l’aise, faites-le-nous savoir à l’étape de la demande d’emploi.

Pour en savoir plus sur l’inclusion et la diversité chez PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Faites partie de La Nouvelle équation.

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