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Senior Software Engineer

Jersey City, NJ

$127K - $168K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location : Jersey City, NJ (hybrid) Employment Type : Full-time / Direct ... The SSE must have a strong understanding of Microsoft Azure, with the ability to build cloud-native ...

Principal Software Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$188K - $304K/yr

Experience with Microsoft Azure services such as Azure AI Foundry, Azure Functions, Storage, Key ... Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 ...

Software Engineer II

Redmond, WA · On-site

$109K - $149K/yr

Microsoft's Azure Data engineering team is hiring a Software Engineer II. We are leading the transformation of analytics in the world of data with products like databases, data integration, big data ...

Advanced Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$85K - $115K/yr

Advanced Software Engineer Chicago, IL Reports To: Director, Product Development & Operations BAI ... NET/C# and SQL skills and hands-on experience developing Microsoft Azure cloud solutions. In this ...

Advanced Software Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

$85K - $115K/yr

Advanced Software Engineer Chicago, IL Reports To: Director, Product Development & Operations BAI ... NET/C# and SQL skills and hands-on experience developing Microsoft Azure cloud solutions. In this ...

Advanced Software Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$85K - $115K/yr

Advanced Software Engineer Chicago, IL Reports To: Director, Product Development & Operations BAI ... NET/C# and SQL skills and hands-on experience developing Microsoft Azure cloud solutions. In this ...

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How much do microsoft azure software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for microsoft azure software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Microsoft Azure Software Engineer vs Cloud Software Engineer?

AspectMicrosoft Azure Software EngineerCloud Software Engineer
CertificationsAzure certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-303)Cloud platform certifications (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Work EnvironmentDevelops and maintains applications on Azure cloud platformDesigns and implements cloud solutions across various platforms
Industry UsagePrimarily in organizations using Microsoft AzureIn organizations using any cloud provider, including Azure, AWS, or GCP
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for Azure-specific rolesBroader cloud role comparison

The Microsoft Azure Software Engineer specializes in developing and maintaining applications specifically on the Azure cloud platform, often holding Azure certifications. In contrast, a Cloud Software Engineer works across multiple cloud providers, designing scalable solutions regardless of platform. Both roles require cloud computing knowledge, but the Azure Software Engineer focuses on Microsoft Azure services and tools.

What cities are hiring for Microsoft Azure Software Engineer jobs? Cities with the most Microsoft Azure Software Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Microsoft Azure Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Technology Architect - Microsoft Azure

Technology Architect - Microsoft Azure

Avance Consulting Services

Tukwila, WA

$71.75 - $93.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Hi,
I hope you are doing good.
I have a job opportunity related to your profile with one of our client, please find below Job Description for your review. If you are interested and available for the following position then please send your updated resume in word format along with your contact details to discuss further.
Note: Client is willing to Provide the Re-location Assistance.
Role:Technology Architect - Microsoft Azure.
Duration: Full time
Location: Tukwila, WA
Qualifications
Basic

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
At least 7 years of experience in Information Technology.
Preferred
Azure Architecture Direction & Strategy
o Expected to work with lead architects, developers and project managers to create and communicate Azure Platform specific architectural direction, design and plan a critical program to migrate to Azure platform.
o Facilitate working sessions across multiple systems/teams in addressing Azure specific architectural, design and performance SOW and subsequent issues.
Release Planning/Definition for Azure Migration
o Provide input for scope via user-stories/ features needed to be worked by teams to enable the Azure Migration to be successful
Software Development Lifecycle
o Generate/Approve Features documentation from an Azure architectural and system perspective
o Generate/approve architectural designs/decisions from an Azure architectural and system perspective
o Address Azure related issues from an architectural and system perspective arising from the analysis, design, test, and implementation of the system that affects functionality, data, usability, performance, and business processes.
o Communicate and teach leads and Domain Teams involved in Azure Migration Strategy and plan
o Validate system changes as a result of Azure migration
o Assist in resolution of issues that arise as a part of Azure migration
SAFe Responsibilities (System Architect)
o Participate in planning, definition, and high-level design of the product suite solution, and explore solution alternatives in relation to Azure migration.
o Define subsystems and their interfaces; allocate responsibilities to subsystems; understand solution deployment, and communicate requirements for interactions with the Azure Migration solution context.
o Work with Lead Architect, Lead Product Manager, stakeholders and suppliers to establish solution-intent of the Azure migration of the application product suite.
o Establish critical non-functional requirements that may arise as a result of migrating to Azure.
o Work with Enterprise Architect and Lead Architect to ensure compliance and conformity to larger Program architecture standards and guidelines.
o Work with Program team to manage Azure Migration related SOW through Program Backlog
o Participate in Planning and System Demos when Azure migration SOW is involved.
at least 2 years of experience architecting Java/J2EE applications (Web/Mobile/Desktop application).
Extensive Systems Architecture experience
Extensive Azure Application Migration experience Java based applications.
Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to transform complex business requirements into technical design specifications.
Strong hands-on experience in developing J2EE Web applications supporting both traditional and mobile user interfaces.
Experience preferred in Spring MVC, Spring Batch and OWASP web application security frameworks.
Experienced in application build using Microservices architecture and aware of best practices w.r.t Microservices architecture.
Experience in Azure related tools/technologies (Primary skills)- Windows Azure, Azure SDK, RDS in Azure, Cloud Security, PaaS service in Azure and Security Management, Azure Web Role Worker Role, Azure Active Directory, Blob Storage, Azure Websites, websockets, real-time BI dashboards, Visual Studio Team Server, SQL Server
Proficiency in programming with different Java IDE's like Eclipse or Net beans.
Proficiency in following would be added plus (Secondary skills)-
Proficiency in Hibernate and the O/R mapping to map Java domain objects with the database, spring framework to easily configure J2EE applications.
Javascript, Angular 2.0 (and above), SignalR, Node.js
Experience in SQL, PL/SQL to write Stored Procedures, Functions, Triggers, Views and strong experience in RDBMS
Knowledge and working experience with Cloud Foundry Experience in implementing web based projects using Web/Application Servers - Apache Tomcat 8.
Expertise in source control and deployment tools like GIT Lab, Team Foundation Server, Jenkins, etc.
Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment.
Experience in defining new architectures and ability to drive an independent project from an architectural stand point
Analytical skills
Experience and desire to work in a management consulting environment that requires regular travel

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


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Avance Consulting is a global leader in innovative talent solutions for diverse industries. Since 2007, we have been serving nearly a third of Fortune 500 companies and most of the top 100 technology companies worldwide. Our team of 700+ experts offers Engineering Services, Information Technology, Digital and Executive Search solutions from our offices in North America, UK, Europe and APAC. At Avance you can learn new skills and technologies, have more advancement opportunities and career growth, being a part of our productive atmosphere, and a positive reinforcement culture.

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501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Somerset , NJ, US

Year founded

2007

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