Azure Windows Solutions Architect

Lead Azure & Windows Infrastructure Architect (POD 1 & 2)Location:Remote / Hybrid |Experience:13+ Years |Level:C5/C6 (Senior Leadership)The ChallengeAre you a master of Windows ecosystems ready to lead the charge into the Cloud? We are looking for aLead Infrastructure Architectto spearhead large-scale migrations for high-stakes industries like Banking, Healthcare, and Insurance.In this role, you aren't just a designer—you are theGeneralof our Cloud PODs. You will lead a technical team of 5+ engineers, ensuring that complex legacy environments are modernized, secured, and migrated to Azure with surgical precision.Your ImpactArchitectural Sovereignty:Design the end-to-end "Target State" for massive enterprise environments. You will own theHLD (High-Level Design)andLLD (Low-Level Design), ensuring every VM, Cluster, and Network packet has its place.Lead the Squad:Act as the technical North Star for a team of 5+ infra experts. You will guide, govern, and mentor your team to deliver excellence under pressure.Windows Modernization:You are the expert who knowsWindows Clustering, DFS, and File/Print Servicesinside out. You'll be the one to solve the "impossible" legacy issues during migration.The Business Brain:You don't just build; you justify. You'll useTCO (Total Cost of Ownership)andROImetrics to prove to stakeholders that your architecture is the most efficient and cost-effective solution.Mission Critical Support:You will oversee the stability of the environment, ensuring24/7 reliabilitythrough robust Backup, DR, and Monitoring solutions.What You Bring to the TableThe Veteran Background:13+ years in IT with a deep focus onWindows ServerandAzure IaaS/PaaS.Migration Mastery:Expert-level experience withAzure Migratefor server consolidation and workload shifts.Networking & Identity Guru:Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, WINS, andAzure IAM/Key Vaultto keep our Landing Zones secure and connected.Resilience Expert:Hands-on experience withWindows ClusteringandAzure Site Recovery (ASR)for business continuity.Strategic Communicator:You can navigate a 24x7 shift environment, manage customer calls with poise, and present complex solutions to C-suite stakeholders.The ToolkitCore:Azure Infrastructure, Windows Server (all versions), Azure Networking.Leadership:Team Management & Technical Governance.Compliance:Experience in regulated domains (SIAM, Data Privacy, Financial regulations).Certifications (Preferred):AZ-305(Solutions Architect Expert) orAZ-104.Why This Role?This is more than a migration job; it's a leadership opportunity. You will own the strategy forPOD 1 and 2, deciding how global enterprises evolve. If you enjoy solving complex "under-the-hood" Windows issues while simultaneously designing high-level cloud strategies, this is your next career move.Ready to lead the migration? Apply now and let's build the future of Enterprise Cloud.What makes this version effective?Directly addresses the "POD" structure:It makes the candidate feel like they are leading a specific mission.Highlights the Hybrid nature:It acknowledges that they need to be good at both thenew(Azure) and theold(Windows Clustering/DFS).Emphasizes Leadership:By using words like "General" and "North Star," you attract people who want to manage teams, not just configurations.