Azure Cloud Architect

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!

At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.
Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

The Azure Cloud Architect will lead the strategic design and implementation of our enterprise cloud infrastructure as we undergo a comprehensive digital transformation from on-premises colocation facilities to Microsoft Azure. This senior-level position is responsible for architecting scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that will modernize our global helicopter operations and maintenance systems. The successful candidate will serve as the technical thought leader driving our cloud-first strategy while ensuring seamless migration of legacy systems with minimal operational disruption.

 

Azure Cloud Architect

workplace: Remote - Poland

Type of employment: Employment agreement, full-time

• Cloud Strategy & Architecture: Develop and execute comprehensive Azure cloud adoption strategies, designing enterprise-scale architectures that support helicopter operations, maintenance workflows, and global fleet management
• Legacy System Migration: Lead the assessment, planning, and execution of migrating on-premises legacy systems to native Azure services, including infrastructure, applications, and data platforms
• Infrastructure Design: Architect highly available, disaster-resilient Azure environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, supporting mission-critical aviation operations across multiple regions
• Security Framework: Design and implement comprehensive cloud security architectures including Zero Trust models, identity and access management, and compliance frameworks aligned with aviation industry regulations
• Application Modernization: Guide the transformation of monolithic applications to cloud-native microservices architectures using Azure container services, serverless computing, and API-first designs
• Cost Optimization: Develop and implement cost governance frameworks, right-sizing strategies, and Azure resource optimization to maximize ROI during the digital transformation
• DevOps Integration: Establish CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code practices to accelerate deployment cycles and improve operational efficiency
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business leaders, operations teams, and IT management to align cloud initiatives with helicopter operations requirements and strategic business objectives
• Technology Evaluation: Research and evaluate emerging Azure services and cloud technologies to continuously enhance our aviation technology stack
• Team Leadership: Mentor cloud engineers and developers, establishing best practices and architectural standards across the organization
• Governance & Compliance: Implement cloud governance policies, monitoring frameworks, and ensure adherence to aviation industry standards and regulatory requirements, to include ISO 27001, ISO 27017 and EASA Part-IS

Required Experience

• 8+ years of enterprise architecture experience with 5+ years focused on Azure cloud platforms
• Proven track record of successfully migrating complex on-premises infrastructures to Azure, preferably in regulated industries
• Experience with large-scale digital transformation initiatives, including legacy system modernization and colocation-to-cloud migrations
• Strong background in enterprise application architecture, data architecture, and integration patterns
• Hands-on experience with Azure Well-Architected Framework and enterprise-scale landing zones

Technical Expertise

• Azure Services: Expert-level knowledge of compute (VMs, App Services, AKS), storage, networking (VNet, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway), databases (SQL, Cosmos DB), and analytics services
• Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency with Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep, and Azure Resource Manager
• Security & Compliance: Deep understanding of Azure security services, identity management (Azure AD / Entra ID), Key Vault, Sentinel, and regulatory compliance frameworks
• DevOps & Automation: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, PowerShell, Azure CLI, and automation frameworks
• Monitoring & Operations: Expertise in Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, and operational excellence practices
• Hybrid Cloud: Knowledge of Azure Arc, hybrid connectivity options, and multi-cloud strategies

Certifications (Preferred)

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
• Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
• Additional relevant Azure certifications

Industry Knowledge

• Understanding of aviation operations, helicopter maintenance systems, and safety-critical environments (preferred)
• Experience with manufacturing or transportation industry cloud migrations
• Knowledge of IoT platforms for aircraft telemetry and predictive maintenance solutions
• Familiarity with aviation regulatory requirements and data governance standards

Attributes

• Strategic Vision: Ability to translate business requirements into comprehensive cloud architectures and roadmaps
• Leadership Skills: Strong communication and presentation abilities to influence stakeholders and guide technical teams
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with ability to solve complex technical challenges in mission-critical environments
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments and can navigate the complexities of digital transformation
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with rapidly evolving cloud technologies and industry best practices
• Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively across technical and operational teams
• Quality Focus: Attention to detail and commitment to delivering robust, reliable solutions for aviation operations

Location Requirements

• This is remote work position based anywhere in Poland working Monday through Friday
• Eligible to work in Poland (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa)
• Available for after-hours support and emergency response as needed
• Willing to travel within Poland for remote site visits (typically 15-20% travel)