We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Solution Architect to design, implement, and operate enterprise-grade cloud platforms on Microsoft Azure, supporting mission-critical workloads including SAP HANA and RISE with SAP environments.
This role will lead Azure Landing Zone design, SAP HANA hosting, integration with RISE with SAP, VDI platforms, cloud governance, cost optimization, and day-to-day cloud operations. You will act as the technical bridge between Azure, SAP, managed service providers, and internal teams to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud environments.
This is a hands-on architecture and operational leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Landing Zones
Design and implement Azure enterprise landing zones aligned to Microsoft CAFDefine subscription strategy, governance, RBAC, policies, and guardrailsArchitect secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure platformsEstablish standards, patterns, and reusable blueprints
SAP HANA & RISE with SAP
Architect SAP HANA deployments on Azure (IaaS-based and RISE with SAP scenarios)Design integration between enterprise Azure environments and RISE-managed SAP landscapesManage connectivity (ExpressRoute, VPN, private endpoints) between SAP and corporate systemsDefine high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategiesCollaborate with SAP Basis, SAP hosting partners, and SAP-managed services teamsUnderstand and manage shared responsibility model under RISE with SAPSupport migrations from on-prem SAP to Azure/RISEOptimize performance, sizing, and cost for SAP workloads
Infrastructure & Platform Engineering
Design and manage:Azure VMs and storage solutions (Premium SSD, Azure NetApp Files, etc.)Hybrid connectivity and identity integrationBackup & DR (Azure Backup, ASR)Infrastructure automation (Terraform/ARM/Bicep)Lead infrastructure modernization and cloud migration initiatives
VDI / End-User Compute
Architect and manage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)/VDI platformsOptimize image management, scaling, and costEnsure secure remote workforce access
Cloud Operations & Service Management
Establish cloud operating model and support frameworkImplement monitoring, logging, and alerting (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics)Manage patching, backup, lifecycle, and incident managementOversee MSPs, SAP vendors, and cloud service providersEnsure SLA adherence and operational excellence
Cost Optimization (FinOps)
Implement Azure cost governance and budgeting controlsLead tagging, chargeback/showback modelsOptimize right-sizing, reserved instances, and savings plansProvide ongoing cost reporting and improvement recommendations
Security & Compliance
Implement zero-trust and secure-by-design principlesEnforce Azure Policies, Defender, and security baselinesEnsure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirementsSupport audits and risk assessments
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related discipline8–12+ years infrastructure/cloud experience5+ years Azure architecture experienceHands-on experience hosting SAP HANA on AzureExperience with RISE with SAP or SAP cloud hosting modelsExperience designing enterprise landing zonesProven track record running production cloud operations
Technical Skills
Must Have
Azure IaaS/PaaS architectureSAP HANA infrastructure designRISE with SAP integration & operations modelAzure networking (VNet, Firewall, ExpressRoute, Private Link)Azure Virtual Desktop / VDIBackup & DR designInfrastructure as Code (Terraform/ARM/Bicep)Azure cost management / FinOpsMonitoring & observability toolsNice to Have
SAP S/4HANA migrationsAKS/KubernetesDevOps/CI-CD pipelinesHybrid cloud/on-prem integrationManufacturing or regulated industry experience
Certifications (Preferred)
Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)Azure Administrator (AZ-104)SAP on Azure or SAP Basis certificationITIL or Service Management certification
Key Competencies
Strong stakeholder and vendor management skillsAbility to bridge SAP, Azure, and business teamsStrategic thinker with hands-on execution abilityStrong troubleshooting and operational mindsetCost-conscious and governance-focused
