Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Resource Informatics Group, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! **Title: Solution Architect** **Duration: 6 Months C2H role** **Location: Sacramento, CA and Walnut Creek, CA (1 role in each location)** **Rate: $Market** **Position Overview:** Looking for a seasoned Azure .NET Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and AI-integrated solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This role demands a deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, AI/ML technologies, and enterprise-grade .NET development. **Key Responsibilities:** - Architecture Design: Lead the design of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, integrating AI workloads with Azure services. - AI Integration: Architect and implement AI solutions using Azure Machine Learning, Azure OpenAI Service, and Azure Cognitive Services. - Cloud Infrastructure: Oversee cloud infrastructure modernization, leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, and microservices. - Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce Azure security best practices, identity management, and role-based access controls (RBAC). - DevOps & CI/CD: Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines for AI and enterprise applications using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions. - Collaboration: Work closely with AI engineering, data science, and security teams to optimize Azure cloud solutions. **Required Qualifications:** - Experience: 12 15 years in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade SaaS products using the Microsoft stack on Azure. **Technical Skills:** - Proficiency in C#, , JavaScript, MVC, and client-side scripting (JavaScript, JQuery, Kendo). - Hands-on experience with Azure services including AKS, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Azure Machine Learning. - Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and tools such as Infer.NET and . - Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-303/AZ-304) or equivalent. - Soft Skills: Strong communication skills to present ideas and solutions, with analytical abilities to troubleshoot issues. **Preferred Qualifications:** - AI/ML Experience: Exposure to Generative AI technologies and experience in customizing LLM models. - Frontend Development: Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like React - Additional Certifications: AI-102 (Azure AI Engineer Associate), DP-100 (Azure Data Scientist Associate), or Databricks ML Data Scientist Certifications. Azure Solutions Architect