Cloud Architect for Enterprise ERP Solutions

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Architect to lead our efforts in designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level ERP solutions on Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud environments.

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving cloud transformation, optimizing enterprise ERP performance, and ensuring security & compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in D365 F&O infrastructure management, cloud/hybrid deployments, Azure cloud solutions, and a proven track record of leading enterprise-level implementations.

• Enterprise Infrastructure Strategy & Solution Design

• Architect and implement highly scalable, secure, and high-availability ERP infrastructure on Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud environments, ensuring optimal cost optimization, security, and high availability.
• Develop cloud governance frameworks, security policies, and infrastructure best practices to ensure seamless integration between D365 F&O, Power Platform, and third-party applications.
• Oversee disaster recovery planning, backup solutions, and failover architecture to minimize downtime and data loss.

• Cloud & On-Premises Infrastructure Leadership

• Design and manage Microsoft Azure environments, ensuring cost optimization, security, and high availability, while overseeing D365 F&O infrastructure performance monitoring, proactive scaling, and environment tuning.
• Optimize SQL Server databases, Azure virtual machines, and storage solutions for ERP workloads to improve system resilience and efficiency.

• Performance Optimization & Enterprise Security

• Lead load balancing, clustering, and performance tuning initiatives to improve system resilience, while implementing Azure Security best practices, identity & access management (IAM), and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and compliance audits to ensure adherence to ISO 27001, GDPR, and industry security standards.

• ERP Deployment & Lifecycle Services Management

• Manage end-to-end ERP infrastructure setup, from sandbox environments to production rollouts, utilizing Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS) and DevOps pipelines for efficient deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure CI/CD automation for D365 F&O environments, reducing manual deployment efforts and improving team productivity.

• Leadership, Collaboration & Innovation

• Act as a technical advisor for C-level executives, business leaders, and IT stakeholders, providing guidance on cloud-native modernization with containerization, microservices, and serverless computing.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration between infrastructure, security, and ERP teams to drive innovation and excellence in ERP solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certifications (Preferred): Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Technical Architect Certification.
• 8+ years in ERP infrastructure consulting, with 5+ years in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O infrastructure & cloud solutions; proven experience in enterprise-scale infrastructure architecture, cloud security, and hybrid ERP solutions; hands-on expertise in Azure cloud services, SQL Server administration, and ERP performance tuning.

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud architecture, networking, and security.
• Deep expertise in D365 F&O infrastructure, performance optimization, and global deployments.
• Proficiency in SQL Server high availability (HA) & disaster recovery (DR) strategies.
• Experience in Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS), containerization, and cloud automation.
• Strong grasp of Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Intune, and enterprise device management.

Strategic & Leadership Skills:

• Ability to develop cloud transformation roadmaps and advise senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and risk management skills for mission-critical ERP systems.
• Track record of leading technical teams, mentoring engineers, and defining best practices.
• Excellent communication skills for technical presentations, executive briefings, and client advisory.