Infrastructure Architect - Spark Tek Inc

1. Hybrid Cloud Strategy:

• Develop and articulate a comprehensive hybrid cloud strategy that aligns with organizational goals and future scalability requirements.
• Evaluate existing infrastructure and propose innovative solutions to migrate and integrate workloads seamlessly between on-premises and cloud environments.

2. Infrastructure Design and Engineering:

• Design robust and scalable infrastructure solutions that incorporate both on-premises and cloud components.
• Collaborate with infrastructure engineering teams to implement and maintain the hybrid cloud architecture, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.

3. Cloud Technology Expertise:

• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in cloud technologies, providing thought leadership on how emerging tools and platforms can be leveraged to enhance our infrastructure.
• Work closely with cloud service providers to understand their offerings and ensure our architecture is optimized for cost, performance, and security.

4. Security and Compliance:

• Integrate robust security measures into the hybrid cloud architecture, addressing potential vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with the security team to conduct regular audits and assessments of the infrastructure to identify and mitigate risks.

5. Collaboration and Communication:

• Engage with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, and business stakeholders, to understand requirements and tailor infrastructure solutions accordingly.
• Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and informed decision-making process.

6. Performance Optimization:

• Continuously monitor and analyse the performance of the hybrid cloud infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement and
• Oversee implementations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements:

• More than 15 years of experience in planning / designing / delivering / optimizing Infrastructure solutions.
• Proven experience as an Infrastructure Architect with a focus on hybrid cloud environments.
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure engineering principles and practices.
• Expertise in cloud technologies, particularly with Azure
• Strong understanding of security best practices and the ability to implement security measures in hybrid cloud architectures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications (Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.