Freelance Azure Cloud Architect

Freelance Azure Cloud Architect - Finnish Speaking



Key Responsibilities

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  Design scalable, secure, and cost-optimised cloud architectures on Microsoft Azure.
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  Define target state cloud architecture and migration roadmaps in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders.
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  Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Bicep and Terraform.
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  Guide DevOps teams in implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies.
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  Conduct cloud readiness assessments and lead architecture reviews.
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  Ensure governance, security best practices, and compliance standards are built into solutions.
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  Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on cloud innovation and transformation strategies.

Requirements

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  5+ years in cloud architecture roles, with a strong Azure focus.
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  Deep knowledge of Azure services including Azure Functions, App Services, Key Vault, Azure AD, API Management, and more.
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  Strong understanding of enterprise networking, security, and hybrid cloud architecture.
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  Hands-on experience with IaC (Bicep, Terraform), DevOps (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions), and containerisation (AKS, Docker).
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  Proven ability to lead architecture discussions and influence stakeholders across business and IT.
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  Excellent communication in Finnish and English.

Preferred

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305).

If you are interested, please reach out to me directly.

T: +358 75 3252529

E: j.leach@tenthrevolution.com