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Azure Cloud Architect
What you will be doing: Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on modern data architectures-including lakehouse designs-and data integration using tools like Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and Spark Notebooks. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data solutions and drive cloud innovation. Key Responsibilities Responsibility #1 - Cloud Architecture Design and Implementation - 35%
Design and deploy Azure-based data architectures including Medallion Architecture (bronze, silver, gold layers) Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective using Azure services Integrate Spark Notebooks in Microsoft Fabric for advanced analytics and distributed processing
Responsibility #2 - Data Pipeline Development and Automation - 25%
Build and orchestrate ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory Automate workflows and data integration across hybrid/multi-cloud environments Leverage Power Query for transformation and preparation of data for analytics
Responsibility #3 - Governance, Security & Compliance - 15%
X Enforce security best practices including RBAC, encryption, and regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) Manage identity access control and establish governance frameworks Monitor and support cloud environments using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights
Responsibility #4 - DevOps, IaC & Cost Optimization - 15%
Implement Infrastructure as Code using Bicep, ARM templates, or Terraform Deploy CI/CD pipelines via Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Apply cost-saving strategies like autoscaling, right-sizing, and tagging
Responsibility #5 - Team Collaboration and Leadership - 10%
Work with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver business-aligned solutions Provide mentorship to junior team members and promote best practices in cloud architecture Lead architectural reviews and recommend improvements to existing systems
Required Qualifications Work Experience: Years of Applicable Experience - 7 or more years
Education: Bachelors (Required)
Required Certifications/Licensing
Azure Solutions Architect Expert preferred Azure Data Engineer Associate preferred Microsoft Fabric Engineer (or equivalent) preferred
Preferred Qualifications Skills:
Azure services: Azure Data Factory, Data Lake, Azure SQL, Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Fabric Data engineering and pipeline automation using Azure-native tools Advanced use of Spark Notebooks, Power BI, and Power Query Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Bicep, ARM, Terraform Strong SQL (relational and NoSQL) and data modeling skills Cloud security, identity management, and regulatory compliance CI/CD deployment pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
Experience:
Designing and implementing Medallion Architecture in Azure Leading large-scale cloud data architecture projects Working in hybrid or multi-cloud environments Cost optimization in Azure cloud platforms
Education:
Additional Job Requirements:
Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines Attention to detail Operate computer programs and software Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats. Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public) Making independent decisions Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions
Working Conditions: Remote
Travel Requirements: Travel 1-20% within the US
Physical Demands: Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if movement is required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Premier's compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive in order to attract and retain talented and highly skilled employees. Premier's internal salary range for this role is $99,000 - $185,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including, but not limited to, departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location. Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.
Employees also receive access to the following benefits: * Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance * 401k retirement program * Paid time off * Participation in Premier's employee incentive plans * Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Premier at a glance:
Ranked #1 on Charlotte's Healthiest Employers list for 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023 and 21st Healthiest Employer in America (2023) Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for the 16th year in a row Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultant - Healthcare Management (2024) The only company to be recognized by KLAS twice for Overall Healthcare Management Consulting
For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website. Employees receive:
Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people. Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer.
Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to diversity_and_accommodations@premierinc.com or contact Premier Recruiting at 704.816.5200.
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Premier, Inc
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Jun 26, 2025