solution architect (jd edwards to azure).

job summary:
We are seeking a Solution Architect to lead the modernization and migration of a

financial pricing application from JD Edwards to Microsoft Azure. This role requires deep

expertise in cloud architecture, microservices, and containerization to define and

implement a scalable, cloud-native solution. The architect will determine the appropriate

database technology (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Databricks), evaluate the role of

Kubernetes in orchestrating workloads, and design a microservices-based architecture

to improve scalability, maintainability, and performance.

Required Skills - Must have direct experience with migration of JD Edwards to Azure.

 
location: Irving, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $120 - 130 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
Architect the migration strategy for transitioning the financial pricing application

from JD Edwards to Azure, focusing on cloud-native and microservices-driven

design.

? Design and implement a microservices architecture, breaking down monolithic

components into independent, containerized services for scalability and agility.

? Evaluate and select the appropriate database technology (MongoDB, PostgreSQL,

Databricks) based on data structure, performance needs, and cloud integration.

? Define the role of Kubernetes (AKS) in orchestrating and managing containerized

microservices, ensuring high availability, auto-scaling, and workload optimization.

? Assess and mitigate architectural impacts, including latency, data consistency,

security, and operational costs, based on chosen design patterns.

? Develop API strategies to enable efficient communication between microservices,

external systems, and enterprise applications.

? Ensure robust CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment and monitoring of

containerized applications using DevOps best practices.

? Optimize performance and cost-efficiency by leveraging serverless computing,

containerized workloads, and managed database services.

? Collaborate with business stakeholders, development teams, and infrastructure

teams to align architecture with business and operational goals.

? Develop proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and conduct benchmarking to validate

architectural decisions before full-scale implementation.

? Ensure security and compliance by integrating best practices in identity

management, encryption, and regulatory adherence.

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qualifications:
8+ years of experience in solution architecture, cloud migration, and application

modernization.

? Expertise in Azure cloud services, including Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS),

Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Databricks, and Azure API Management.

? Deep understanding of microservices architecture, including containerization

strategies with Docker and Kubernetes.

? Strong knowledge of relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases,

with experience in selecting the right data store for financial applications.

? Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for workload orchestration, service

discovery, and fault tolerance.

? Experience in API Gateway implementation, event-driven architecture, and

messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, Azure Service Bus).

? Familiarity with JD Edwards ERP and integration patterns for cloud migration.

? Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL pipelines, and real-time data

streaming.

? Experience with CI/CD automation, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep), and

DevOps practices.

? Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical

concepts into business value.

 
skills: Required Skills - Must have direct experience with migration of JD Edwards to Azure.



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