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Founded in 2003, Bramcolm, LLC has been at the forefront of IT solutions for two decades, consistently delivering innovative technology services to clients across diverse industries. With a strong presence in Indianapolis, IN, Bramcolm has built a reputation for excellence in the IT services and consulting industry.At Bramcolm, we are committed to leveraging advanced technologies such as cloud computing, automation, and modern infrastructure solutions to solve complex business challenges. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and tailor our services accordingly. We value creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative approach to delivering transformative solutions.Position SummaryThe Bramcolm team is seeking a Principal Cloud Architect who's passionate about shaping the future of cloud adoption for enterprise organizations. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions across diverse client environments. Your expertise in Microsoft Azure and multi-cloud strategy will help drive innovation, flexibility, and architectural excellence.The right person will guide hybrid and cloud-native infrastructure journeys, apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, and set the standards that ensure security and compliance. Most importantly, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and technical leader, influencing the direction of cloud strategy and empowering teams to adopt the cloud with confidence.Given our support for a diverse range of clients across multiple industries, you will have the opportunity to engage in projects spanning various domains, scales, and technical requirements. This diversity demands exceptional flexibility and adaptability. You will need to quickly understand new business contexts, existing infrastructure, and organizational goals unique to each client engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect and lead the design of cloud solutions across Microsoft Azure and other public cloud platforms (OCI, AWS, Google Cloud) to support hybrid and multi-cloud environmentsDefine and maintain cloud architecture standards and best practices for performance, scalability, resilience, and complianceDesign modern application patterns including microservices, serverless architectures, Kubernetes orchestration, and event-driven systemsEvaluate and recommend cloud services and solutions that align with client business objectives and technical requirementsInfrastructure as Code & AutomationBuild and scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions with Terraform, including reusable modules and automated deployment pipelinesCreate standardized templates and frameworks that accelerate cloud deployments across client environmentsImplement CI/CD automation for infrastructure provisioning and configuration managementEstablish version control and testing practices for infrastructure codeMulti-Cloud Strategy & GovernanceDrive governance through Azure Policy and equivalent tools across multi-cloud environmentsDevelop strategies for cloud vendor diversity and workload portabilityIntegrate and optimize diverse cloud environments (AWS, GCP, OCI, Azure) for maximum efficiency and cost-effectivenessEstablish architectural patterns that support vendor flexibility while maintaining consistencySecurity & ComplianceApply modern security frameworks including Zero Trust and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) to protect cloud and edge environmentsDesign secure"‘by"‘default architectures that embed security controls at every layerEnsure compliance with industry regulations and organizational security policiesImplement identity and access management (IAM) strategies across multi"‘cloud platformsTechnical Leadership & MentorshipMentor and coach junior engineers while evangelizing best practices across client organizationsAdvance a cloud"‘first, DevOps"‘driven culture through technical leadership and thought leadershipServe as a trusted technical advisor to client leadership teamsLead architectural reviews and provide strategic guidance on complex cloud initiativesCommunicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non"‘technical stakeholdersClient Engagement & InnovationPartner with clients to understand their business challenges and translate them into cloud architecture solutionsPropose innovative solutions that leverage emerging cloud technologies and best practicesDocument architectural decisions, design patterns, and implementation guidelinesContinuously learn and adopt new cloud services and capabilities to maintain technical excellenceRequired QualificationsTechnical ExpertiseBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, OR 4+ years of additional relevant work experience in lieu of degreeMinimum of 8 years of cloud platform design experienceMinimum of 8 years of Microsoft Azure platform support experienceDeep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including:Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS)Azure identity and access management (Azure AD, RBAC)Azure governance tools and frameworksNetworking, compute, storage, and database servicesHands"‘on experience with Terraform to:Automate cloud deploymentsCreate reusable infrastructure components and modulesStreamline CI/CD pipelines for infrastructureProven ability to design cloud"‘native architectures including:Microservices and containerizationKubernetes and container orchestrationServerless computing patternsEvent"‘driven architecturesAPI gateways and service meshSecurity & Compliance KnowledgeUnderstanding of modern security frameworks including Zero Trust architecture and SASEExperience applying security controls to protect cloud and edge environmentsKnowledge of identity and access management best practicesFamiliarity with compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.)Demonstrated success working across multiple cloud platforms:Amazon Web Services (AWS)Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)Microsoft AzureAbility to integrate and optimize diverse cloud environmentsUnderstanding of cloud"‘agnostic design patterns and toolsEnterprise"‘scale cloud solution design and implementationHybrid cloud architecture patterns and integration strategiesHigh availability and disaster recovery planningPerformance optimization and cost managementNetwork architecture for cloud and hybrid environmentsProfessional SkillsStrong mentoring and coaching abilities"”able to inspire teams and share best practicesExcellent communication and presentation skills for technical and executive audiencesAbility to champion a cloud"‘first, DevOps"‘driven cultureStrategic thinking with ability to balance business needs and technical constraintsStrong problem"‘solving skills and architectural decision"‘making capabilitiesClient"‘facing experience with ability to build trust and credibilityPreferred QualificationsProfessional cloud certifications such as:Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer AssociateAWS Certified Solutions Architect - ProfessionalGoogle Professional Cloud ArchitectHashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate or ProfessionalExperience with DevOps tools and practices:Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CDConfiguration management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)Monitoring and observability platforms (Azure Monitor, Datadog, Prometheus)Container and orchestration expertise:Docker and container runtime technologiesKubernetes administration and architectureAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Amazon EKS, or Google GKENetworking expertise:Software"‘defined networking (SDN)Cloud networking architecture (VNets, VPCs, Transit Gateways)Load balancing and traffic managementVPN and ExpressRoute/Direct Connect configurationsExperience in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, energy, or governmentKnowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)Background in application development or software engineeringExperience with cloud cost optimization and FinOps practicesWhat We OfferProfessional GrowthOpportunity to work on cutting"‘edge cloud architecture projects across diverse industriesExposure to the latest cloud technologies and emerging architectural patternsContinuous learning and professional development opportunitiesSupport for cloud certifications and advanced training programsEngagement with Fortune 500 clients and large"‘scale enterprise environmentsCollaborative, agile team culture that values innovation and technical excellenceFlexible work arrangements (remote options available)Modern technology stack with access to multi"‘cloud platforms and toolsOpportunity to influence technical direction and strategy for major clientsIntellectually challenging work with high visibility and impactCompetitive salary: commensurate with experience and qualificationsAnnual performance"‘based bonus eligibility based on individual performance and company objectivesComprehensive benefits package available from day one, including 401(k)Professional development budget for certifications, training, and conferencesTechnology stipend for home office equipmentLocation & RequirementsMust be legally authorized to work in the United StatesMust pass background checkPosition may require occasional travel to client site #J-18808-Ljbffr