Cloud Architect

Job Title : Azure Cloud Architect Location : Toronto (Remote)Contract : 12+ MonthsClient : TCS / Banking SectorExp Level – 12-14 yearsEssential skills : - .net core (with API development experience)- SQL- API - Azure services (Azure Functions, COSMOS DB, Key Vault, Application insights, Redis, EventHub and Service Bus)- Overall 12 to 14 years of development experience with at least 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience in Azure skills mentioned above- Minimum of 5+ years in cloud architecture, with significant focus on Azure.- Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, complex cloud solutions- Deep expertise in Azure services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), including Azure VMs, Azure SQL, AKS, Azure AD, Azure Networking, and Key Vault.- Strong understanding of networking concepts (VPN, ExpressRoute, load balancing).- Good Communication skillsGood to know skills : - Banking project experience- Functional knowledge in Payments- Experience with IT operations, networking, virtualization, security, and disaster recovery- Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies- Proficiency in IaC tools (Terraform, ARM templates) and scripting languages (PowerShell, C#).- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.