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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Delivery: Lead the end-to-end design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise Azure cloud solutions, taking full ownership of project outcomes from concept to production.

DevOps & Infrastructure as Code: Build, maintain, and scale automated CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure deployments using Bicep, Azure DevOps, and modern git-based workflows.

Technical Leadership & Mentoring: Act as a principal-level engineering guide, delegating technical tasks to junior team members, conducting thorough code reviews, and fostering engineering best practices.

Compliance & SDLC Execution: Design and enforce secure software development lifecycles (SDLC) tailored to the stringent security, governance, and audit requirements of a professional services environment.

Stakeholder & Cross-Time-Zone Collaboration: Work directly with senior stakeholders and technical counterparts across EMEA and US Eastern time zones, translating business requirements into robust architectural designs.

Job Responsibilities

Infrastructure as Code: Extensive, hands-on experience using Bicep for provisioning and managing Azure infrastructure.

Domain Experience: Proven track record working within professional services, financial institutions, banking, or similarly regulated environments with strict governance and SDLC standards.

Seniority & Autonomy: Demonstrated background operating as a Principal/Lead Engineer with a proven ability to work independently, manage delivery risks, and drive technical decision-making.

Communication: Great written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to convey complex architecture concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Time Zone Flexibility: Based in the EMEA region, with willingness to adjust working hours to support key project partners in the US Eastern Time zone.

Nice to have:

Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert AND Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert.

Department/Project Description

We are seeking a high-performing Principal Azure Architect & DevOps Engineer to lead the architecture, automation, and delivery of cloud solutions for one of the world's leading networks of independent assurance, tax and advisory firms.

Kyivstar is seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Solution Architect to join our dynamic team and drive the establishment of an innovative Cloud Technology Center of Excellence.

This role requires building Data&AI solutions based on Azure Cloud.

The Center of Excellence will focus on cloud Infrastructure migration services including network, security and Analytical Professional Services. The primary objective is to promote cloud technologies and migration services to B2B/B2G customers regionally and beyond.

Requirements:

• 5 years of hands-on experience designing and implementing cloud-based data solutions, focusing on Azure/AWS services (Data Analytics, Data Platforms, Data Model)
• Strong experience in implementing and migrating on-premises or cross-cloud workloads to Azure, experience in complex IT solutions and Hybrid Cloud solution projects.
• Experience in conducting solution assessments and selecting optimal cloud/hybrid architecture approaches to enhance and migrate existing infrastructure that seamlessly integrate on-premises and cloud-based resources, leveraging the strengths of both environments.
• Proficiency in conducting detailed TCO calculations and providing Cloud cost-effective architectural recommendations.
• Proven ability to design complex Solutions based on future-proof architectures that can adapt to evolving business needs over time.
• Proficient in architecting, deploying, and managing various Cloud services, including App Service, Data Factory, Fabric, Entra ID, EC2, EKS, S3, Glue, EMR, Lambda, VPC, RDS, KMS and IAM.
• Experience in provisioning cloud networking architectures, utilizing Virtual Networks, VPN, Express Route/Direct Connect, Network Security Groups, and Load Balancers.
• Knowledge of security practices centered around cloud - IAM, WAF, AWS Shield, Security Hub, GuardDuty
• Proven ability to excel in customer-facing roles, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• English – Fluent
• Certificates – Azure/AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional is a plus

Responsibility:

• Lead Cloud Data Solutions team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement strategies for promoting Kyivstar’s Cloud technologies and migration services.
• Engage directly with customers, provide infrastructure/solutions assessments to understand their technical needs, address concerns, and presenting cloud-based solutions effectively.
• Design end-to-end solutions (infra, network, security) including TCO calculations leveraging Cloud services to meet customer requirements and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement scalable and secure cloud architectures that align with business goals and compliance standards.
• Implement robust security measures, including access controls, encryption, and monitoring, to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of customer data in the Cloud environment.
• If you are a skilled Architect professional with a strong background in Azure services, a passion for innovation, and the drive to lead a team in a customer-centric environment, we encourage you to apply.

We offer:

• A competitive salary.
• Great possibilities for professional development and career growth.
• Medical insurance.
• Life insurance
• Friendly & Collaborative Environment

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