Solution Architect -,Net, Azure - Convene Inc

About Convene Inc.

Convene, Inc. is a Tampa based, award-winning technology services organization with offices and resources throughout the US, Mexico, and India. We have successful, referenceable customers, competitive benefits, and high-growth opportunities.

About Client:
Client a leading provider of premium financing and insurance premium collection solutions in North America.

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect with expertise in Azure, .NET, C#, and SQL databases to lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, secure, and robust cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of microservices, serverless architectures, and application security, with a focus on Azure app and data services.
Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Design: Define, develop, and implement architectural solutions for cloud-native applications using Azure services, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Microservices Development: Lead the design and development of microservices-based applications using .NET, C#, and Azure services, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Serverless Architecture: Design serverless solutions using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and other serverless services to deliver highly available, cost-effective, and scalable solutions.
• Application Security: Implement security best practices for application design, including identity management, access control, data encryption, and vulnerability management to ensure end-to-end security.
• Data Solutions: Architect data-driven solutions using Azure SQL databases, Cosmos DB, and other data services to ensure high-performance data storage and retrieval systems.
• Azure App & Data Services: Leverage Azure App Services, Azure DevOps, and other Azure tools to streamline application deployment, maintenance, and monitoring.
• Scalability: Design solutions with a focus on scalability and performance, ensuring applications can handle dynamic workloads and scale efficiently.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to architectural best practices and coding standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure that architectural solutions align with business goals.

• Proven experience in solution architecture with a strong background in Azure cloud services, .NET, and C#.
• Expertise in designing and implementing microservices and serverless architectures using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and other serverless technologies.
• Deep knowledge of Azure App and Data Services, including Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and related tools.
• Strong understanding of application security principles, including identity management, encryption, and secure application development practices.
• Experience in designing systems for scalability, high availability, and performance optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and environment management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to guide technical teams and collaborate with non-technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, focusing on Azure, .NET, C#, and SQL databases.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate are a plus.