Azure Architect

Are you a visionary coder with a passion for crafting cloud-native solutions? Do you thrive on leading teams towards the cloud, harnessing.NET, Azure, and DevOps to bring businesses to new heights? If so, Xebia Microsoft Services wants you We're seeking a dynamic Azure Architect with a strong technical background, who can bridge the gap between leadership and DevOps teams.

At Xebia, we're not just building products - we're driving digital transformation for our clients. As an Azure Architect, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of businesses through technology. You'll collaborate with our team of experts to create cutting-edge cloud solutions, leveraging the power of Azure and DevOps practices.

We're not looking for a one-size-fits-all checklist - we want someone who brings a spark to everything they do. A passion for continuous learning, and a desire to stay at the forefront of cloud technology. As an Azure Architect, you'll be the driving force behind our clients' success, providing technical leadership and guidance to DevOps teams to ensure we're delivering innovative solutions that exceed expectations.

The team of Microsoft Services in the Netherlands offers a cohesive, energetic, and open atmosphere; together, we shape and build the journey of our team. The team consists of appr. 60 consultants we deliver on cloud consultancy, cloud-native software development, DevOps, GitHub, and managed services. A culture of openness, honesty, and regular social/team activities organized for and by consultants and strong foundation of Xebia’s values people first, sharing knowledge, quality without compromise and customer intimacy ensures that everyone contributes to our success.

So, if you're ready to take on the challenge of transforming companies into Cloud-native organizations using.NET, Azure, and DevOps, then Xebia is the place for you

If you’re interested, please read more:

- Looking to join a company that values not just your skills, but your well-being and personal growth? Look no further We offer a permanent contract with a hybrid working approach that fits your lifestyle. And we don't just provide the basic tech equipment - we go above and beyond with an IT budget for all your digital needs, including headphones, iPads, and more.
- Other top-notch secondary benefits:

- From unlimited access to educational resources and an annual budget of €5k for personal growth, to fully-compensated travel and a hybrid working approach, we're committed to supporting our employees every step of the way. And let's not forget about our fully-stocked snack bar, free lunches, and delicious coffee that keep us fueled and energized throughout the day.
- We also value the importance of staying active and healthy, which is why we provide a dedicated coach and fitness program to help you reach your wellness goals. And for those looking to take a break and recharge, our savings plan for sabbaticals and 25 vacation days are just what you need.
- But we're not all work and no play. Our team enjoys regular Xebia Knowledge Exchange sessions and Innovation Days, as well as unforgettable parties and social/sports activities that create a sense of community and fun.
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**Key Responsibilities**:

- Work with customers to understand their unique needs and develop solutions that meet those needs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
- Coach and mentor colleagues on cloud-native development best practices and technologies
- Work with C-level and stakeholder to get things done
- Collaborate with client's stakeholders to understand their requirements and limitations
- Create a Statement of Work based on customer meetings
- Develop and refine the company's service offerings
- Lead customer workshops and POCs to validate and explore cloud capabilities
- Develop technical architecture for customer engagements
- Ensure technical implementation meets customer requirements during engagements
- Provide guidance to consultants to ensure that project outputs comply with the overall architecture
- Confidently, clearly, and concisely communicate architectural decisions and reasoning to clients and management, communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Interact with clients throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle

**Qualifications**:
You have excellent communication and collaboration skills, supported with superb problem-solving and analytical skills.

You possess strong experience with.NET, secure software development, and related technologies

You have a strong understanding of cloud technologies, specifically Azure, and experience working with Azure PaaS services such as AKS, Service Bus, Storage, Cosmos DB, and Logic Apps.

You have experience with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub for implementing DevOps practices.

You understand DevOps approaches to the software lifecycle and their impact on solution archi