Job Title:
Azure Architect
About the role
As an Azure Architect, you will make an impact by designing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native applications and integration solutions on Microsoft Azure. You will be a valued member of the architecture team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, application developers, infrastructure teams, security teams, and project leadership to deliver innovative enterprise solutions that drive business value.
In this role, you will:
· Design scalable Azure-based application architectures leveraging Azure Application Insights, Key Vault, Azure DevOps, Logic Apps, Azure Functions, and API Management.
· Define end-to-end solution blueprints that translate business requirements into secure, reliable, and high-performing Azure solutions.
· Architect and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to automate build, testing, release, and deployment processes.
· Design event-driven integration solutions using Azure Logic Apps and Azure Functions to streamline business workflows and improve operational efficiency.
· Establish API strategies and governance using Azure API Management, including security, throttling, versioning, and access control standards.
· Implement monitoring, telemetry, and alerting capabilities using Azure Application Insights to improve application performance, reliability, and operational visibility.
· Design and implement secure secrets and credential management solutions using Azure Key Vault and enterprise security best practices.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to estimate effort, review technical designs, and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and governance standards.
· Assess existing applications and platforms to identify cloud modernization opportunities that reduce technical debt and improve scalability and resilience.
· Create and maintain architecture documentation, integration patterns, technical standards, and operational procedures that support long-term sustainability.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance in a client or Cognizant office in St. Louis, Missouri. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
· Strong experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale solutions on Microsoft Azure.
· Hands-on expertise with Azure Integration Services, including Logic Apps, Azure Functions, API Management, Azure Key Vault, and Application Insights.
· Experience architecting and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
· Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, identity management, secrets management, and governance best practices.
· Experience designing highly available, resilient, and scalable application architectures.
· Proficiency in .NET application development and architecture patterns.
· Experience with RESTful APIs, integration patterns, and event-driven architectures.
· Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and business stakeholders and translate business needs into technical solutions.
· Strong documentation, communication, and technical leadership skills.
These will help you stand out
· Experience with hybrid cloud and enterprise integration environments.
· Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep).
· Experience modernizing legacy applications and migrating workloads to Azure.
· Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate.
· Experience establishing architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.
· Knowledge of container technologies and cloud-native application design patterns.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until August 30, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $129,500- $152,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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