Senior Azure Cloud Architect

About us
Topsoe is a leading global provider of technology and solutions for the energy transition. We combat climate change by helping our customers and partners achieve their decarbonization and emission reduction goals.

Based on decades of scientific research and innovation, we offer world leading solutions for transforming renewable resources into fuels and chemicals for a sustainable world, and for efficient and low-carbon fuel production and clean air.

We were founded in 1940 and are headquartered in Denmark, with over 2,800 employees serving customers all around the globe. To learn more, visit www.topsoe.com.

Who we’re looking for
Are you experienced with Azure cloud services, including computing, networking, storage, and security? Do you possess a proactive, solution-oriented mindset and the ability to think strategically and act tactically? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Topsoe's esteemed global DevOps team is currently seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Architect to oversee and lead the full stack of the ClearView™ solution in Azure, including all resources, subscriptions, and management groups.

As a Senior Azure Cloud Specialist at Topsoe, you will have the chance to make significant contributions to our digitalization strategy and take a leading role in pioneering future digital solutions. Your responsibilities will include leading the design of scalable, high-performance, cost-efficient, and secure solutions in Azure, while also serving as the team's trusted technical advisor.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving the adoption of Infrastructure as Code and DevOps best practices, implementing guardrails and policies in Azure for consistent and secure infrastructure management.
• Analyzing Azure Cost Management Reports to identify optimization opportunities and provide advice on Azure Commit Units (ACUs) to maximize value while minimizing costs, if necessary.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to establish and enforce Azure budgetary controls.
• Staying updated on Azure innovations and best practices, bringing new ideas and improvements to the team.
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team, particularly in areas of performance, security, cost efficiency, and automation.
• Assisting in optimizing the cost-effectiveness of the solution by advising on scaling, resource usage, and cloud pricing models.
• Extending, updating, and centralizing team knowledge in a shared wiki to ensure accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible documentation for all team members.
• Working closely with the team to establish best practices for documentation standards and promote consistent knowledge sharing.

What you’ll bring
We are looking for a person who can drive Topsoe's connected service offerings and establish innovative IoT cloud solutions that support sustainable growth. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor team members. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess excellent documentation skills to ensure that all technical processes, architectural choices, and key workflows are clearly documented and maintained.

We hope you can bring this into the role:

• Proficiency in Azure reference architectures for scalability and cost efficiency.
• Experience with Azure PowerShell, AZ CLI, and Azure DevOps Pipelines for automation and CI/CD workflows.
• Solid knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Bicep, Terraform, and ARM templates.
• Strong understanding of Azure security features and compliance frameworks, particularly ISO 27001.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure AD for identity and access management, including PIM, Access Reviews, Group Management, and Delegated Access.
• Familiarity with Azure Policy for governance and compliance enforcement.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate) are a plus.
• Knowledge of industry best practices for cloud governance, security, and cost management.

Why join us
Join us and support Topsoe's digital transformation towards our strategic vision of delivering decarbonization technologies and leading the fuel transition. By joining our global DevOps team, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work on cutting-edge Azure solutions, collaborate with industry experts, and stay ahead of technological advancements.

You will play a key role in strategic planning, shaping the architectural vision, and mapping out the roadmap for Azure solutions. Our team is known for its high level of expertise and experience, fostering a culture of mutual respect, openness, and innovation. Working closely with cross-functional teams of data engineers, scientists, IoT edge experts, and full stack developers, you will collaborate to develop and deploy cutting-edge digital products that serve customers worldwide. This collaborative effort ensures seamless integration and optimal performance, driving the success of our digital initiatives and delivering value to our global customer base.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable technology. Apply now and let's go solve together at Topsoe.

How you can apply
Please contact Digitalization Director Anders Bojsen via [email protected] or +45 5339 3352 if you want to know more about the position.
If you would like to be part of a team of skilled and professional colleagues in an informal organization, please submit your application and resume in English through our website www.topsoe.com.

To ensure a secure and trustworthy work environment, our recruitment process may include background checks and criminal record requests.