Principal Cloud Solutions Architect – Azure Cloud

About the role

Job Title : Principal Cloud Solutions Architect – Azure Cloud

Location: US, Canada (Remote)

Employment Type : Full-time

About Altera

Altera, a member of the N. Harris Computer Corporation family, delivers health IT solutions that support caregivers around the world. These include the Sunrise™, Paragon Daneli, TouchWorks EHR, Altera Opal, Ventus, HealthQuest™ and dbMotion™ solutions. At the intersection of technology and the human experience, Altera Digital Health is driving a new era of healthcare, in which innovation and expertise can elevate care delivery and inspire healthier communities across the globe. A new age in healthcare technology has just begun.

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Cloud Solutions Architect to join our Cloud Solutions Architecture team and drive the design of comprehensive, enterprise-grade solutions in Microsoft Azure. This role is highly client-facing and requires a strategic thinker who can bridge business needs with technical execution while partnering closely with development teams.

The ideal candidate is an expert in Azure architecture with deep experience across data platforms (including Databricks), cloud networking, identity and access management, and operational excellence. They will play a critical role in shaping solution strategy, guiding implementation, and ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with business stakeholders, clients, and engineering teams to define and architect end-to-end cloud solutions aligned with strategic objectives

Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing Azure architectures across multiple domains

Lead architecture for data and analytics platforms, including Azure Databricks and modern lakehouse patterns

Develop and enforce cloud networking strategies, including VNet design, hybrid connectivity, private endpoints, and secure access patterns

Define and implement Identity & Access Management (IAM) frameworks using Azure AD, RBAC, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust principles

Collaborate with development teams to ensure architectural alignment, best practices, and successful solution delivery

Drive operational excellence, including monitoring, logging, observability, resiliency, and disaster recovery strategies

Establish and promote architecture standards, governance frameworks, and design patterns across the organization

Lead architecture reviews and provide guidance on technical decision-making and trade-offs

Translate complex technical concepts into clear business value for clients and executive stakeholders

Mentor and guide engineers and junior architects to elevate overall cloud architecture maturity

Evaluate emerging technologies and continuously improve the organization’s cloud capabilities and innovation roadmap

Required Qualifications

15+ years of experience in IT, with at least 10 years focused on cloud architecture (Azure preferred)

Proven track record of working directly with clients and cross-functional development teams to deliver enterprise solutions

Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including compute, storage, security, and platform services

Hands-on experience with Azure Databricks and modern data architecture (data lakes, ETL/ELT, streaming, lakehouse)

Strong knowledge of cloud networking (hub-and-spoke architectures, VPN/ExpressRoute, DNS, load balancing)

Extensive experience with Identity & Access Management, including Azure AD, RBAC, SSO, MFA, and Zero Trust frameworks

Experience designing for operational excellence, including monitoring, automation, incident response, and high availability

Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates) and CI/CD pipelines

Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence both technical and executive stakeholders

Experience delivering complex, multi-tier, distributed application architectures in a cloud environment

Core Competencies

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams

Client-focused mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships and deliver solutions aligned to business goals

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in complex environments

Highly organized and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Commitment to quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture

Travel

Up to 20% travel may be required for client meetings, project work, or team collaboration

Salary range : $140,000 - $170,000 USD. The salary range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education

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Remote - North Carolina

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