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Your Opportunity
BDO Lixar is looking for an Azure Solution Architect to join their growing team, with the ability to work from anywhere in Canada. The individual will own the following responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and implement Azure cloud solutions using Microsoft technologies, ensuring the highest levels of performance, security, and scalability.
- Work closely with architects to design and develop robust, efficient, and maintainable cloud solutions, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
- Be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of cloud solutions, ensuring that they meet or exceed business requirements, technical specifications, and quality standards.
- Develop and maintain documentation of cloud solution designs, development processes, and best practices.
- Stay current with the latest Azure and Microsoft technology developments, incorporating new technologies and tools into the development process as appropriate.
- Assist in the estimation and planning of development tasks, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including infrastructure, security, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of cloud solutions.
How do we define success for your role?
You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work : Integrity, Respect and CollaborationYou understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality workYou identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clientsYou share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talentYou actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplaceYou grow your expertise through learning and professional development.Your experience and education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud solution development, with a strong focus on Azure and Microsoft technologies.Deep understanding of Azure services, including but not limited to Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Storage, and Azure Kubernetes Service.Proficiency in programming languages, such as C#, .NET, and PowerShell.Strong experience with Azure DevOps, CI / CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Bicep, ARM templates or Terraform.Knowledge of cloud security principles, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection.Excellent problem-solving, critical-thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience working in an Agile development environment, with a strong understanding of Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile methodologies.Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.Experience interfacing with Customers and External usersStrong written & oral communication skills with the ability to work with different levels of the organizationExcellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects involving a variety of resources with defined deadlines / schedulesStrong attention to the quality of work delivered (attention to detail)