Azure Architect

Role & responsibilities

R1 is a leading provider of technology-driven solutions that help hospitals and health systems to manage their financial systems and improve patients experience. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry's most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, Al, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration. R1 is a place where we think boldly to create opportunities for everyone to innovate and grow. A place where we partner with purpose through transparency and inclusion. We are a global community of engineers, front-line associates, healthcare operators, and RCM experts that work together to go beyond for all those we serve. Because we know that all this adds up to something more, a place where we're all together better.

R1 India is proud to be recognized amongst Top 25 Best Companies to Work For 2024, by the Great Place to Work Institute. This is our second consecutive recognition on this prestigious Best Workplaces list, building on the Top 50 recognition we achieved in 2023. Our focus on employee wellbeing and inclusion and diversity is demonstrated through prestigious recognitions with R1 India being ranked amongst Best in Healthcare, Top 100 Best Companies for Women by Avtar & Seramount, and amongst Top 10 Best Workplaces in Health & Wellness. We are committed to transform the healthcare industry with our innovative revenue cycle management services. Our goal is to ‘make healthcare work better for all’ by enabling efficiency for healthcare systems, hospitals, and physician practices. With over 30,000 employees globally, we are about 16,000+ strong in India with presence in Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai. Our inclusive culture ensures that every employee feels valued, respected, and appreciated with a robust set of employee benefits and engagement activities.

Position Overview:
As a Platform Engineering Architect, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining our platform infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect solutions, and drive the implementation of best practices for platform engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities:

Architect and design scalable, secure, and highly available platform infrastructure.

Collaborate with software engineering teams to define and implement best practices for microservices development and deployment.

Evaluate and recommend appropriate cloud services and technologies to support platform requirements.

Develop automation scripts and tools for provisioning, deployment, and monitoring of platform components.

Lead efforts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior members of the platform engineering team.

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in platform engineering and cloud computing.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with a focus on Azure.
3. Strong expertise in designing, deploying, and managing Kubernetes clusters, preferably on AKS.
4. Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or similar technologies.
5. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and configuration management tools.
6. Solid understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and best practices in cloud environments.
7. Excellent scripting and automation skills using languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
9. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Advanced certifications: Preferred certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect, or equivalent demonstrate deep knowledge and expertise in cloud architecture.

2. Extensive experience: Additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement in cloud architecture, ideally in designing, implementing, and managing large-scale cloud environments.

3. Specialized skills: Proficiency in specific areas such as cloud security, networking, data management, or serverless computing can be advantageous depending on the organization's needs.

4. Industry expertise: Previous experience in relevant industries, such as finance, healthcare, or e-commerce, can be beneficial for understanding sector-specific requirements and compliance standards.

5. Leadership capabilities: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams, drive architectural decisions, and influence stakeholders across the organization.

6. Innovation mindset: Track record of identifying and implementing innovative solutions to complex technical challenges, staying abreast of emerging technologies and trends in cloud computing.

7. Communication skills: Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, as well as to contribute to thought leadership within the organization.

8. Problem-solving abilities: Proven track record of solving intricate technical problems, analyzing system performance, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

9. Cross-platform proficiency: Experience with multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, etc.) and ability to architect solutions that leverage the strengths of each platform.

10. Continuous learning: Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development through participation in relevant training, conferences, or community engagement activities.