Microsoft Azure Technical Lead

Microsoft Azure Technical Lead

Location: Woodlawn, MD (Hybrid – 2 to 3 Days Onsite per Week)

Duration: 9+ Months

Interview: Virtual

Visa: US Citizen Only (Public Trust Eligibility Required)

Employment Type: W2 / C2C

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Azure Technical Lead to support a high-impact Federal project focused on designing, developing, and modernizing enterprise cloud applications using Microsoft Azure and AI-driven technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure cloud architecture, .NET technologies, Azure OpenAI Services, DevOps automation, and enterprise application development.

This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on development capabilities, and experience delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud-native solutions within Agile environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and develop scalable enterprise applications using C#, .NET Framework, ASP.NET Core, and Azure services
• Lead Azure cloud solution architecture, deployment, optimization, and operational support
• Implement AI-powered solutions using Azure OpenAI Services, Azure AI Services, and Machine Learning technologies
• Develop and secure RESTful APIs and enterprise integrations
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git-based workflows
• Create and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep scripts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural best practices to development teams
• Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability standards are met
• Support Agile development processes including sprint planni