Solution Architect (Microsoft .NET/Azure)

At Experian, we use data, technology, and innovation to create opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We are seeking a highly experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and modernization of enterprise-scale Microsoft .NET and Azure solutions. This role offers the opportunity to influence technology strategy, drive cloud transformation, and help shape the future of AI-enabled digital platforms within a global, technology-driven organization. What You'll Do Lead the architecture, design, and governance of Microsoft .NET applications and Azure-based solutions. Design scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native architectures using Azure services such as App Services, Azure Functions, AKS, API Management, Service Bus, and data platforms. Drive modernization initiatives, migrating legacy applications to cloud-native and containerized environments. Define and oversee CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code practices, and engineering governance standards. Conduct architecture and design reviews, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and long-term technology strategy. Mentor engineers and technical leaders, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Support operational excellence through incident management, root cause analysis, and DevOps best practices. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous. 13+ years of experience in Microsoft application development and solution architecture, including 4+ years delivering Azure cloud solutions. Strong expertise in C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, Azure technologies, and Azure DevOps. Experience designing enterprise applications, APIs, integration platforms, and cloud-native solutions. Strong knowledge of SQL Server, relational databases, and modern front-end technologies such as Angular, React, Vue, or Blazor. Expertise in architectural patterns, DevOps practices, and modern software engineering methodologies. Preferred Experience Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, AI Foundry, and GenAI solution development. AI-driven development practices, prompt orchestration, RAG architectures, and responsible AI governance. Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, ETL, and enterprise data platforms. Measuring and driving the impact of AI tools on engineering productivity and delivery outcomes. Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site and Glassdoor to understand why. Experian is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. Benefits Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. In support of this endeavor, we offer best-in-class family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off. Recruitment Fraud Awareness - Experian's recruitment process is conducted only through authorised channels. Recruitment communications will only be sent from an @experian.com email address. Experian will never ask candidates to make any payment as part of an application, interview, assessment, onboarding, or recruitment process. To apply for roles or verify opportunities, please visit experian.com/careers. Experian Careers - Creating a better tomorrow together Find out what its like to work for Experian by clicking here