Cloud Solution Architect (Chennai)

Experience: 17+ Years We are seeking a hands-on Azure Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, cloud-native applications. This role requires strong code-level expertise in modern frontend frameworks and REST/GraphQL API design, acting as the critical bridge between business requirements and technical execution. The ideal candidate will ensure that frontend experiences are seamlessly powered by a robust, secure, and high-performing API layer on Azure, while also bringing strong exposure to AI technologies, agentic frameworks, and modern AI tools. Key Responsibilities 1. Architectural Design - Lead end-to-end architecture of Azure-based solutions aligned with the Well-Architected Framework - Create Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) and detailed solution blueprints across compute, storage, and networking - Ensure scalability, security, performance, and cost optimization across all designs 2. API Strategy & Governance - Design and manage enterprise API ecosystems using Azure API Management (APIM) - Define standards for: - API versioning and lifecycle management - Security (OAuth2, OpenID Connect) - Throttling and rate limiting - Documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger) - Drive API-first design principles across engineering teams 3. Frontend Architecture Guidance - Define and promote frontend architectural patterns such as: - Micro-frontends - Server-Side Rendering (SSR) - Ensure seamless integration with Azure services like Static Web Apps, CDN, and Front Door - Guide teams on performance optimization and user experience best practices 4. Hands-on Prototyping - Build Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to validate complex integrations between frontend and backend systems - Implement solutions such as: - Authentication using MSAL - Real-time communication using SignalR - Actively contribute to code when required 5. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Drive infrastructure automation using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates - Ensure consistent, repeatable deployments across Dev, Test, and Production environments - Promote best practices in infrastructure versioning and governance 6. DevOps & CI/CD - Architect and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions - Enable zero-downtime deployments and automated testing strategies - Improve release velocity while maintaining reliability and security Required Skills & Experience - Robust hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure architecture and services - Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL design - Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.) - Expertise in API security (OAuth2, OpenID Connect) - Hands-on experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) - Strong exposure to AI/ML concepts, AI tools, and agentic frameworks - Experience in designing scalable, distributed cloud-native systems .