Azure Solution Architect with Data/GenAI
Job Title: Azure Solution Architect with Data/GenAI
Job Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract
Primary Skills: Solution Architecture, Design, Data warehousing/GenAI, Power or Energy industry domain knowledge.
Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Azure Solution Architect with expertise in full stack development data warehousing Generative AI and a strong understanding of the power and energy industry. The successful candidate will design implement and optimize solutions that leverage modern technologies to drive business transformation This role requires a mix of technical acumen industry knowledge and innovative thinking
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture Design
• Design and implement scalable and secure solutions on the Azure platform integrating fullstack data and AI components
• Develop architecture frameworks and best practices tailored to the power and energy sector
• Ensure solutions are robust scalable and compliant with industry regulations
• Full Stack Development Expertise
• Design and implement responsive frontend applications using frameworks like Angular React or Vuejs
• Build backend services and APIs with NET Nodejs or Python
• Optimize and manage cloudnative deployments with Azure Kubernetes Service AKS and Azure App Services
Data Warehouse Analytics
• Architect and deploy modern data warehouses using Azure Synapse Analytics Azure Data Factory and Azure Data Lake
• Experience or knowledge on other Data Platforms like Snowflake Databricks etc
• Exposure to Time Series data models such as Azure Data explorer Influx etc
• Create data pipelines ETLELT workflows and ensure highperformance data processing
• Develop and implement data models for analytics visualization and reporting using Power BI or other tools
Generative AI Machine Learning
• Develop and integrate Generative AI models eg OpenAI GPT models or Azure Cognitive Services to create innovative solutions tailored for the energy sector
• Leverage AI for predictive analytics demand forecasting and intelligent automation
• Ensure responsible AI practices focusing on fairness privacy and interpretability
• Power Industry Focus
• Understand the unique challenges of the power and energy industry including grid management load balancing and regulatory compliance
• Build solutions that support energy trading renewable energy analytics and smart grid operations
• Drive digital transformation initiatives that enhance efficiency and sustainability
• Leadership Collaboration
• Lead cross functional teams of developers data engineers and analysts to deliver impactful solutions
• Act as a technical advisor for key stakeholders including executives and business leaders
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning
Qualifications
Technical Skills
• Azure Expertise Azure Synapse Analytics Azure Data Factory Azure Cognitive Services Azure Kubernetes Service AKS Azure Functions and Azure API Management
• Full Stack Development Proficiency in frontend React Angular or Vuejs and backend Nodejs NET or Python development
• Generative AI Experience with OpenAI APIs Azure OpenAI Service or other Gen AI platforms
• Data Engineering Strong knowledge of ETL processes data modelling and data pipeline optimization
• DevOps Experience with CICD pipelines containerization Docker and Infrastructure as Code IaC using Azure DevOps or Terraform
• Industry Experience
• Solid understanding of the power and energy industry including energy trading renewable energy grid management and regulatory requirements
• Experience delivering solutions that support operational efficiency and sustainability
Other Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field advanced degrees preferred
• 10 years of experience in solution architecture with at least 5 years in Azure based environments
• Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert Azure Data Engineer Associate or Azure AI Engineer Associate are highly desirable
• Strong leadership communication and stakeholder management skills
