Job Opportunities

Immediate Opening for Cloud Architect, Kochi

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Architect with deep expertise in the
Microsoft Azure ecosystem, strong hands-on experience in DevOps architecture, and extensive
knowledge in building scalable microservices and event-driven systems.This role is pivotal in
defining cloud strategy, establishing best practices, and partnering with cross-functional teams
to deliver secure, scalable, and robust cloud-native solutions for Zellis. Key ResponsibilitiesCloud
Architecture & Design
• Architect, design, and implement end-to-end Azure cloud solutions.
• Build scalable, secure, high-availability architectures using:DevOps Architecture
• Architect and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Drive automation for infrastructure provisioning, configuration, deployment, and testing.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) via Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Strengthen observability using Azure Monitor, App Insights, Log Analytics, and distributed
tracing.
Microservices & Event-Driven Architecture
• Design domain-driven, cloud-native microservices.
• Architect event-driven integrations using Service Bus, Event Hub, Event Grid.
• Ensure system reliability, resilience, scalability, and fault tolerance.
Security, Governance & Compliance
• Apply Azure security best practices in identity, networking, secrets, and data protection.
• Define governance for cost, resource usage, and compliance.
• Ensure cloud solutions align with Zellis and industry security standards.
Collaboration & Leadership
• Work closely with development, data, security, and product teams to align architecture with
business objectives.
• Provide best practices, architectural guidance, and technical direction across teams.
• Participate in solution reviews, estimations, feasibility studies, and technical design sessions.
• Mentor engineering teams, conduct architectural walkthroughs, and support production
readiness.
• Collaborate effectively with UK-based stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Required Skills & QualificationsCore Technical Skills
• 8–12+ years in cloud or software architecture roles.
• 4–6+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Strong expertise in:Azure Networking Expertise (Mandatory)
• Significant hands-on experience with:DevOps Skills
• Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions
• CI/CD pipeline architecture
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep/ARM)
Architecture & Design Expertise
• Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
• Messaging & integration patterns
• Distributed systems
• Scalability, reliability, and performance engineering
Soft Skills
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to collaborate with UK customers and stakeholders