Group 1001 is a consumer-centric, technology-driven family of insurance companies on a mission to deliver outstanding value and operational performance by combining financial strength and stability with deep insurance expertise and a can-do culture. Group1001's culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, communication, core business focus, risk management, and striving for outcomes. This goal extends to how we hire and onboard our most valuable assets - our employees.

Group 1001, and its affiliated companies, is strongly committed to providing a supportive work environment where employee differences are valued. Diversity is an essential ingredient in making Group 1001 a welcoming place to work and is fundamental in building a high-performance team. Diversity embodies all the differences that make us unique individuals. All employees share the responsibility for maintaining a workplace culture of dignity, respect, understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences.

Cloud Solutions Architect (Azure-focused)

Job Description:

We are seeking a forward-thinking Cloud Solutions Architect with a strong focus on Azure to spearhead the design and deployment of our cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure, complemented by experience with GCP and/or AWS. This role involves leading the architectural design of cloud solutions that are scalable, secure, and aligned with our business objectives, with a particular emphasis on leveraging Azure services to their fullest potential.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive cloud strategy with a primary focus on Azure, while integrating GCP and/or AWS solutions where advantageous.
Design and oversee the deployment of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud architectures, primarily utilizing Azure, and ensuring seamless integration with GCP and/or AWS when necessary.
Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust cloud solutions, making strategic use of Azure services to achieve business goals.
Direct the migration of existing applications to Azure, coordinating with other cloud platforms as needed for an optimized multi-cloud environment.
Advocate for and ensure the implementation of Azure security best practices, achieving compliance with relevant industry standards.
Mentor team members on Azure technologies and best practices, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
Keep abreast of new developments in cloud technologies, particularly within Azure, and evaluate their potential impact on our strategic goals.

Requirements:

Minimum of 6 years of experience in cloud architecture, with a strong emphasis on Azure. Experience with GCP and/or AWS is highly desirable.
Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar Azure-specific certification.
Demonstrated experience in migrating applications to Azure and integrating Azure with other cloud platforms (GCP, AWS).
Proficiency in cloud security measures, particularly within Azure environments.
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Over and Above:

Experience with implementing serverless and container-based architectures in Azure.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and integration within Azure environments.
Familiarity with AI/ML implementations in Azure.

Compensation:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $171,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits Highlights:

Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the Company's comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options, enroll for Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, as well as other wellness initiatives. Employees may also participate in the Company's 401K plan, with matching contributions by the Company. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the Company's Employee Assistance Program.

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Benefits Highlights:

Employees who meet benefit eligibility guidelines and work 30 hours or more weekly, have the ability to enroll in Group 1001's benefits package. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the Company's comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options. Employees are also eligible for Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, and to enroll in the Company's Employee Assistance Program and other wellness initiatives. Employees may also participate in the Company's 401K plan, with matching contributions by the Company.

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