Azure Database Architect

Job Title: Azure Database Architect Location Toronto, ON Hybrid Job Type: Fulltime Permanent Role Experience Required 12+ years of experience in database architecture, database modernization, cloud migration, and enterprise data platform design. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Database Architect with deep expertise in Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI). The successful candidate will be responsible for defining enterprise database strategies, making architecture decisions on platform selection, designing migration approaches for legacy and modern applications, and leading cloud transformation initiatives across complex environments. Key Responsibilities • Architect and design enterprise-scale database solutions on Azure. • Provide expert guidance on when to use Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, Azure PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or other database platforms and explain associated tradeoffs. • Create database migration strategies for legacy, hybrid, and cloud-native applications. • Design migration roadmaps from on-premises SQL Server, Oracle, and legacy databases to Azure. • Lead modernization initiatives from monolithic applications to microservices and cloud-native architectures. • Define HA/DR, backup, security, governance, and performance standards. • Conduct architecture reviews and mentor engineering teams. • Collaborate with application architects, infrastructure teams, security teams, and business stakeholders. Required Technical Expertise • Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI). • SQL Server Administration and Architecture. • Database Performance Tuning and Optimization. • Data Modeling, Data Architecture, and Database Design. • Azure Migration Services, DMS, and modernization frameworks. • High Availability, Disaster Recovery, Replication, and Always On technologies. • T-SQL, Stored Procedures, Query Optimization, and Indexing. • Azure networking, security, identity, and governance. • CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code practices. Migration & Modernization Expertise • Design and execute database migrations for ERP, CRM, web applications, data warehouses, and mission-critical enterprise systems. • Assess application dependencies and recommend optimal migration paths. • Define rehost, replatform, refactor, and rebuild strategies. • Create migration blueprints from legacy systems to modern cloud architectures. • Evaluate business, cost, performance, availability, and security requirements when recommending target platforms. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. • Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Database Administrator Associate. • Experience with Agile delivery models and DevOps practices. Key Competencies Enterprise Architecture, Strategic Decision Making, Cloud Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Technical Leadership, Problem Solving, Communication, and Mentoring.

The role involves defining enterprise database strategies and designing migration roadmaps from legacy systems to Azure. The architect will lead cloud transformation initiatives and establish standards for security, governance, and performance.

Candidates must have over 12 years of experience in database architecture and deep expertise in Azure SQL and SQL Server. A degree in Computer Science and Azure certifications are preferred.

• CI/CDPreferred

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• Azure SQL Database
• Azure SQL Managed Instance
• Database Architecture
• Cloud Migration
• SQL Server Administration
• Performance Tuning
• Data Modeling
• High Availability
• Disaster Recovery
• T-SQL
• Infrastructure as Code
• CI/CD
• Enterprise Data Platform Design
• Azure Networking
• Azure Security
• Modernization Frameworks

• Technology
• Data & Analytics
• Software
• Engineering
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available