Azure Cloud Architect / Microsoft Solutions Architect

Location: Aurora, CO

Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days onsite

Type: Contract or Contract-to-Hire

Pay Range: $65-$75/hour

About the Role

We are hiring a senior Azure-focused technical leader to own the buildout of our Microsoft ecosystem from the ground up. This role is ideal for someone who has designed Azure environments hands-on, led at least one cloud migration, and enjoys working closely with stakeholders to drive adoption and alignment.

This is not a support-only or advisory role. You will design, build, and explain the architecture, while working alongside an existing IT team that is eager to learn and modernize.

What You Will Be Doing

• Design and stand up a brand-new Azure environment from scratch, including identity, networking, security, and governance
• Lead the transition from a Google-based environment to a Microsoft-first ecosystem
• Serve as the technical owner for Azure architecture decisions and best practices
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals
• Lay the foundation for data pipelines and reporting, with Power BI as the long-term reporting platform
• Support the roll-out and adoption of Jira for project and work tracking
• Influence and guide the existing IT team through technical decisions and change

What We Are Looking For

This role requires both technical depth and strong communication skills. The right person can build, explain, and lead.

Must-Have Experience:

• Hands-on experience designing and building Azure environments from the ground up
• Strong Azure architecture knowledge, including Entra ID, networking, security, and governance
• Real cloud migration experience, ideally GCP to Azure
• Deep understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure and M365
• Ability to explain technical decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Azure data services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, Synapse, or Fabric
• Infrastructure as Code experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• CI/CD experience using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
• Microsoft Azure certifications, especially Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Work Style and Team Fit

• Comfortable being hands-on while also guiding others
• Able to gain buy-in and build trust with existing teams
• Approaches change thoughtfully and collaboratively
• Enjoys operating in environments that are growing and evolving

Why This Role

• Opportunity to architect and influence a Microsoft ecosystem from day one
• High visibility role with real ownership and impact
• Collaborative team that values communication and practical solutions
• Balanced environment that values simplicity over over-engineering

Onsite Requirement

This role requires working onsite three days per week to collaborate closely with the team. Candidates must be comfortable and enthusiastic about this level of engagement.

Benefits:

At Ledgent Technology, we prioritize our contractors, whom we proudly call Ambassadors. Our commitment to you is demonstrated through a comprehensive benefits program that stands out in the temporary staffing industry. We annually review and update our vendor relationships to ensure we provide the most cost-effective benefits options. Our Ambassadors are eligible for a wide range of benefits, including:

• Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan
• Basic and enhanced hospital indemnity plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Accident and critical illness plans
• Term life insurance
• Short-term disability plan
• Direct deposit/pay card options
• Credit union membership
• Employee discount clubs
• Referral bonuses
• Training and coaching
• Specialized recognition programs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.