Azure Solutions Architect - Long Term Contract - Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Azure Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in designing and implementing Azure solutions, specifically within the Trading and Energy sectors. This role requires a deep understanding of Azure services and the ability to collaborate effectively with Infrastructure and Network engineers to resolve connectivity and authentication issues. The candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our renewable energy initiatives, including solar, wind, and battery technologies.

Responsibilities
• Design and implement Azure-based solutions to support Trading and Energy operations.
• Develop and maintain interactive web applications using Dash (by Plotly) for data visualization and analytics.
• Design and implement dashboards with Dash/Plotly to display real-time and complex datasets.
• Optimize performance of Dash applications and ensure scalability.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure and Network engineers to troubleshoot and resolve connectivity and authentication issues.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and best practices for Azure solutions.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of Azure solutions.
• Lead the migration of on-premises systems to Azure.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Stay updated with the latest Azure technologies and industry trends.
• Support renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and battery storage solutions.
• Interface with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Job Requirements

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience:
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in designing and implementing Azure solutions.
• Verifiable working experience in the Trading and Marketing Energy sector, including renewables such as solar, wind, and batteries.
• Proven track record of successfully interfacing with Infrastructure and Network engineers.

Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of Azure services, including but not limited to Azure Active Directory, Azure Virtual Network, Azure Storage, and Azure SQL Database.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Experience with Dash (Plotly) for Python-based web applications and interactive data visualization.
• Strong knowledge of Plotly and Dash callbacks, layout design, and performance optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certification in Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-303/AZ-304) is highly desirable.