Enterprise Architect - Microsoft Applications -€750 Per day
Global Aviation company urgently requires an Enterprise Architect with very strong Microsoft Applications experience to jpoin their IT Departmenyt in advance of an upcoming tranformation project.
The Enterprise Architect should have very strong leadership skills and deep hands-on expertise in the Microsoft technology stack, particularly Azure services, combined with a proven background in application development and modern architecture practices.
This role is offered on a Hybrid basis, with the Enterprise Architect required onsite at the company office in Dublin 2 on a 3 day per week basis with the remainder remote, (This may fluctuate at quieter or busier times).
While the initial duration of this contract is scheduled for 6 months, the scope and scale of this project is such that there is a high probability of it being extended well beyond this date. The ideal candidate will possess mastery over the latest technology, frameworks and programming languages and will serve as the technical design authority for complex enterprise solutions.
Responsibilities of role:
* Application Development Leadership - Work with the SVP of Business Applications to spearhead the design and delivery of robust, maintainable, and efficient applications leveraging Microsoft Azure services, including potentially App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure DevOps.
* Development Frameworks - Drive adoption of modern development frameworks such as React and Python, ensuring seamless integration within the enterprise landscape.
* Architecture Design & Strategy - Craft and define end-to-end solution architectures addressing business requirements, scalability, security, and future growth.
* Architectural standards - Establish architectural standards and best practices for cloud-native, hybrid, and on-premises environments, with a particular emphasis on Azure.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business leaders, product owners, engineering teams, and external vendors to align technology solutions with organizational objectives and architectural blueprints.
* Technology Evaluation & Adoption: Continually research emerging technologies and frameworks, assess their relevance, and guide their adoption to maintain competitive advantage. (Evaluation of third-party tools and platforms for fit within the Microsoft ecosystem will be a key part of the role)
* Governance & Best Practices - Working with the SVP of Business Applications Develop architecture, governance processes, documentation and coding standards
* Mentorship & Leadership: - Mentor developers, engineers, and junior architects.
* Technical Problem-Solving - Troubleshoot complex architectural and implementation challenges, offering pragmatic solutions that balance technical needs with business outcomes.
* Quality Assurance - Architectural validation to uphold robust standards and prevent technical debt.
Essential Candidate Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
* Extensive software architecture and application development, with at least 10 years specializing in the Microsoft stack and Azure services.
* Technical Expertise: o Strong experience with SQL databases, especially Azure Managed SQL, focusing on design, optimization, and security for cloud and hybrid solutions.
* Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, AKS, Azure Storage, Cosmos DB, and Azure DevOps.
* Skilled in architecting and integrating Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Business Central for diverse business needs, including full-cycle implementations.
* Proficiency in the design of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions using Azure architecture such as microservices, serverless, and event-driven models.
* Advanced knowledge of .NET Core/Framework, C#, and related Microsoft development platforms.
* Strong hands-on application development experience with modern libraries such as React. o Solid working knowledge of Python for backend development, scripting, or integration tasks.
* Knowledge of additional technologies such as, TypeScript, JavaScript, REST APIs, and modern front-end libraries. o Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (ARM, Terraform, Bicep).
* Strong Understanding of security best practices for enterprise applications, including Identity & Access Management, EntraID, and data protection.
* Data Architecture Expertise: Possess strong working knowledge of enterprise data architectures, including Enterprise Data Warehouses (EDW), Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and ETL processes, enabling the design of scalable and secure data platforms for analytics and business intelligence.
* Architecture Skills: - Proven track record architecting medium-scale enterprise solutions leveraging Azure and Microsoft technologies. o Experience with application modernization, migration from legacy systems to modern cloud architectures, and digital transformation initiatives.
* Communication skills - Ability to model, document, and communicate complex solutions to technical and non-technical audiences using tools such as UML, ArchiMate, and Azure Architecture Center resources. o Knowledge of integration patterns (API, messaging, event streaming) and ability to design for resilience, scalability and performance.
* Certifications (preferred): o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, and/or equivalent architecture certifications are advantageous
* Background in industries such as financial services, healthcare, or retail, with an understanding of sector-specific regulatory and compliance requirements.
* Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps culture within large organizations.
* Exposure to data analytics, machine learning, or AI solutions using Azure Synapse, Azure Machine Learning, or similar services.
IMPORTANT
Our client cannot provide any kind of Visa or Work Permit sponsorship at present, so all applicants must already have an automatic right to work in Ireland or hold a Stamp 1G or Stamp 4 Visa.
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