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Rackspace Technology

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SaaS • Cloud

Rackspace Technology is a leading provider of managed cloud services, offering a comprehensive range of cloud and application solutions. The company specializes in helping businesses increase efficiency and reliability through cloud adoption, application modernization, and data solutions, leveraging technologies such as AI, machine learning, and next-gen data platforms. They offer a full suite of services including consulting, application modernization, cloud security, and multicloud strategies, tailoring solutions to meet the specific needs of sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and public utilities. Rackspace Technology is known for its expertise in navigating complex cloud environments and providing advanced managed services to optimize performance and ensure compliance.

5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1998

☁️ SaaS

📋 Description

• Design scalable, secure, and resilient solutions on Microsoft Azure aligned with the Azure Well-Architected Framework. • Lead cloud readiness assessments, application modernization planning, and on-prem to cloud migration initiatives. • Develop high-level and low-level architecture designs covering compute, storage, networking, identity, backup/DR, and monitoring. • Architect complex Azure networking solutions, with a strong focus on: • azure networking foundations • azure Hybrid Connectivity (VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, VNet Peering) • network security and segmentation using Azure Firewall and NSGs • scaling, best practices, and limitations of network infrastructure • Cross-tenant connectivity and multi-subscription designs • Drive architecture discussions around scalability, high availability, disaster recovery, compliance, and performance. • Lead the implementation of advanced Azure Active Directory (AD) Premium features focused on security, identity governance, and compliance. • Architect and provision Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS) clusters in Azure, including configuration of node pools, sizing, and integration with other Azure services. • Provide end-to-end system design for critical platforms such as core banking systems—including app servers, databases, messaging layers, security modules, and third-party integrations. • Guide DevOps strategy and CI/CD implementations using GitHub Actions or similar tools. • Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and migration cost estimations to stakeholders. • Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all assigned resources and ensure smooth delivery in collaboration with engineers, PMs, and client teams. • Identify and resolve system vulnerabilities, inefficiencies, and misconfigurations with industry best practices.

🎯 Requirements

• 12+ years of professional IT experience with a strong focus on cloud architecture and solution delivery. • 10+ years working with Microsoft Azure, including designing and implementing production-grade workloads. • Proven expertise in: • Azure IaaS, PaaS, networking, and security services • Azure networking (core concepts, hybrid connectivity, firewalls, scaling, cross-tenant design) • Kubernetes (AKS), containers, and Azure App Services • Azure Active Directory (including Premium features) • Devops methodologies and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) • Identity & Access Management (IAM), policy, governance, and compliance • Strong experience conducting assessments and leading large-scale migrations. • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to present technical solutions to business stakeholders. • Effective leadership and collaboration capabilities in a cross-functional and client-facing environment.