At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let's get to it! Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience for all by providing a connected platform that bridges the gaps and aligns interests across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. This platform serves more than 750 payers, including the top 5 national health plans, BCBS insurers, regional health plans, TPAs and self-insured employers, and millions of healthcare providers and consumers. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts-driving real, measurable results for clients. You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are. Position Overview The Senior Azure Architect will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our cloud infrastructure, with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure. This individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing advanced DevOps and infrastructure solutions, driving efficiency, security, and reliability across the entire software development lifecycle within the Azure environment.
What You'll Do Key Responsibilities:
Azure Cloud Architecture: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable Azure DevOps pipelines and automation processes, leveraging Azure IaaS and PaaS services. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Azure DevOps, Terraform, and scripting tools like PowerShell and ARM templates. Collaboration and Best Practices:
Work closely with development teams, Azure architects, and other DevOps engineers to enforce best practices for version control, branching strategies, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). App Services & Networking: Implement and manage Azure App Services, Azure SQL, and KeyVault for high availability and performance. Design and manage Azure Networking solutions including VNETs, NSGs, and routing (Azure vWAN, VNET Peering). Backup and Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement automated backup strategies using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery. Automate the entire process of failover and failback to ensure rapid recovery in the event of a disaster. Ensure that both IaaS and PaaS environments are protected with end-to-end automated disaster recovery solutions. Automation with Cycloid & Azure DevOps: Lead automation initiatives using tools like Cycloid and Azure DevOps to streamline processes, enhance deployment efficiency, and reduce manual effort. Security and Compliance: Implement security measures throughout the DevOps lifecycle, including vulnerability assessments, access control, and compliance with security standards and regulations. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, and DevOps engineers to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure solutions. Documentation & Best Practices: Maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps. Enforce best practices for version control, branching strategies, and code reviews. Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor, maintain, and optimize Azure services for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability.
What You'll Bring to Zelis Qualifications:
Experience: 8+ years in Azure Cloud architecture, with hands-on experience in Azure DevOps, Azure IaaS, and PaaS environments. Automation & IaC: Proficiency with Terraform, Azure DevOps, Cycloid, and other automation tools. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code using ARM templates, PowerShell, and/or Bash scripting. Security: Strong understanding of cloud security best practices, including implementing RBAC, Policy, Azure PIM, and security monitoring tools like Azure Sentinel. Networking & Infrastructure: Experience configuring VNETs, NSGs, route tables, and peering between VNETs. Familiarity with Azure Disaster Recovery, Storage Accounts, App Services, and other Azure PaaS solutions. Collaboration & Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and document processes effectively. Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior DevOps engineers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert). Experience in Kubernetes administration for containerized applications. Familiarity with Azure governance components such as RBAC, Policy, and Azure PIM. Experience with incident management and post-incident reviews.
Location and Workplace Flexibility We have offices in Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Morristown NJ, Plano TX, St. Louis MO, St. Petersburg FL, and Hyderabad, India. We foster a hybrid and remote friendly culture, and all our employee's work locations are based on the needs of the position and determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities, if applicable, vary based on the work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all. Accessibility Support
We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email TalentAcquisition@zelis.com. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.
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Zelis Healthcare, LLC
Apr 21, 2025