Azure Solutions Architect
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Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Hybrid

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Contract to hire

|Job ID 72150|Posted Oct 13, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as an Azure Solutions Architect, where you'll lead the charge in designing and implementing cloud solutions that are secure, scalable, and cost-effective. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for Azure and a knack for transforming complex challenges into streamlined solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage Azure infrastructure and services to ensure operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud strategies and align with architecture standards.
  • Develop Infrastructure as Code templates for automated provisioning and configuration.
  • Implement security measures and compliance standards to safeguard environments.
  • Optimize performance and costs by monitoring cloud usage and proposing improvements.
  • Support release management and troubleshoot deployment issues.
  • Prepare comprehensive documentation and reports for stakeholders.

Skills

  • Extensive experience in cloud architecture with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
  • Proficiency in Azure services such as Synapse, Data Factory, and Databricks.
  • Strong understanding of ETL/ELT pipelines and data lakes.
  • Experience with cloud security frameworks and compliance.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
  • Azure certifications like Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
  • Experience with AWS and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers.  We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments.  For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $57 - $92 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.