Cloud / MS Azure Architect - Common Data Intelligence

Our brand Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia entered the life of Košice region in 2006 under the name of T-Systems Slovakia and ever since has been inextricably linked with the region when became one of the founding members of Košice IT Valley. We have managed to grow from scratch to the second largest employer in the eastern part of the country with more than 3900 employees. Our goal is to proactively find new ways to improve and continuously transform into the type of company providing innovative information and communication technology services.

The main purpose of this job is senior technical expert responsibility for design and implementation of an assigned technology.

The Common Data Intelligence hub provides the central BI platforms and associated tools for T-Systems. We provide the technical basis including all necessary governance processes for all users (a total of > 8,000 worldwide).

We are looking for a highly qualified and motivated Azure Architect with a focus on Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online and Power Platform to join our team. As a central member of our agile team, you will play a key role in the architecture and authorization concept of the front end of the Microsoft Reporting Platform based on Microsoft Azure.

The ideal candidate has experience with the design of the technical platform and the governance of a global reporting platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint Online, etc.). Working closely with self-service teams (which create reports, apps and flows) and understanding their problems is an important success factor in identifying and deriving requirements for the reporting platform.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Solution design:

The Azure architect is responsible for designing the entire architecture of the reporting platform based on Power BI, SharePoint Online, Power Apps and Power Automate. This includes identifying the requirements, creating an architectural design and selecting the appropriate Azure services and components.

Infrastructure planning:

The Azure architect plans and designs the Azure infrastructure required for the platform. This includes selecting the right Azure resources such as virtual machines, databases, network components and storage solutions. The architect takes into account the scalability, performance and security aspects of the infrastructure.

Implementation and configuration:

The Azure architect is responsible for implementing and configuring the Azure resources. This includes creating and configuring virtual machines, databases, network components and other Azure services according to the architectural design. The architect ensures that the resources are set up correctly and integrated with each other.

Security and compliance aspects:

The Azure architect takes security and compliance requirements into account when designing the platform. This includes implementing security measures such as identity and access management, encryption, firewall configuration and monitoring the platform. The architect ensures that the platform complies with applicable compliance standards.

Performance optimization:

The Azure architect is responsible for optimizing platform performance. This includes monitoring and supervising resource utilization, identifying bottlenecks and implementing optimization measures to ensure optimal performance of the platform.

Scalability and high availability:

The Azure architect plans and implements mechanisms for the scalability and high availability of the platform. This includes setting up automatic scaling, failover management and testing the platform's recovery capability. It is important to note that the exact tasks of an Azure architect in this context depend on the specific requirements of the project. The architect must work closely with stakeholders to understand the requirements and design and implement an appropriate architectural solution.
Design and implementation of scalable, highly available and secure cloud architectures on the Azure platform.

- Selecting and configuring the appropriate Azure resources according to project requirements.
- Monitoring and optimizing the performance and costs of the cloud infrastructure.
- Ensuring the security and compliance of the platform according to the applicable standards.
- Working closely with stakeholders to capture requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

YOU WILL SUCCEED IF YOU:

Must have technical skills:

• Advanced Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar.
• Extensive knowledge of Azure services, database and networking technologies
• Hands-on experience in designing and implementing cloud architectures. Understanding of security and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and understandably.

Benefits

We believe in balance between work and personal life. An attractive and extensive work-life balance portfolio guarantees lasting motivation for employees and thus a better quality of life, promotes physical and mental well-being and contributes to a positive work environment. All this with the aim of providing more freedom in reconciling work, career growth, private life and individual lifestyle. Therefore we offer to our employees over 25 different benefits to improve their personal and professional life in these areas:

• Financial benefits
• Benefits with focus on learning and development
• Benefits with focus on health and sport
• Benefits with focus on family and work – life balance
• Other benefits

For more information about our benefits click to Benefits

Salary

Final salary is negotiable.

We are offering base salary depending on seniority level and previous experience of candidate. In addition to base salary we provide variable part and other financial benefits. Base salary will vary and will not be lower than 2 200 € /brutto.

Additional information

* Please be informed that our remote working possibility is only available within Slovakia due to European taxation regulation.