Cloud Azure Architect - 40%
- On-site
- Geneva
Job description
We are opening a position for a Cloud Azure Consultant to strengthen our client’s team based in Geneva. The role focuses on finalizing the implementation of an Azure Landing Zone, driving automation through Infrastructure as Code, and supporting development teams in adopting cloud best practices.
Job Responsibilities
Assess and validate the current Landing Zone setup (subscriptions, RBAC, policies, networking, and security baselines).
Define and refine core Landing Zone components, including management groups, governance structure, Azure Policies, Blueprints, and identity management.
Establish centralized monitoring, logging, cost management, and shared services (DNS, Bastion, Firewall).
Review and enhance current Infrastructure as Code practices, preferably using Bicep.
Build and maintain reusable deployment modules and templates.
Implement CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure delivery with tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
Document processes and produce deployment playbooks.
Organize workshops and working sessions with development teams to transfer knowledge and enable integration of applications into the Landing Zone.
Job requirements
Proven experience with Azure Landing Zone design, governance, and security standards.
Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (preferably Bicep, Terraform is a plus).
Hands-on expertise with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
Good understanding of Azure Active Directory, RBAC, and identity management principles.
Familiarity with Azure-native services such as monitoring, Key Vault, networking, and private endpoints.
Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and architectural deliverables.
Strong communication skills for leading workshops and supporting development teams.
Experience in knowledge transfer and capability building within client teams.
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What's on offer
Continous Training
Develop your knowledge and benefit from a large training catalog
25 days paid vacations (+1)
All of our employees are entitled to 25 days of paid vacation per year. And December 24th is offered
Regular social events
Monthly events to gather in small or large groups.
Great team members
Respect and kindness are key values in our workplace.
International contexts
Projects within international-scale groups.
Innovation
Contribute to impactful and innovative projects in various sectors of activity.
Little pleasures
Our employees benefit from a program of very interesting advantages and discounts.
About us
Sword has been a leading player in Switzerland for more than 20 years in consulting and IT services, software development, infrastructure management, and quality assurance. From our offices in Geneva, Nyon, Lausanne, Fribourg, and Sion, and in collaboration with the Group's centers worldwide, our nearly 400 employees accompany large organizations, private companies, and government agencies in their technological transformations.
