Azure Cloud Architect (m/f/d) - REF84289K

Azure Cloud Architect (m/f/d) - REF84289K role at Continental

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated preliminary sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190 000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Job Description

Continental’s digital capabilities are growing every day. Our eCommerce, Fleet Solutions and Data Science Information Technology team creates a wide range of technology solutions for Continental’s Global Sales and Marketing teams – and we want you to join us!

Our team continuously works on the digitalization of our business‑to‑business processes and end‑consumer communication, using leading web technologies and a strong focus on data science and artificial intelligence. We run Continental’s global customer relationship management platform, which supports our Sales colleagues in their daily interaction with customers.

The Azure Cloud Architect is responsible for designing and implementing robust and scalable solutions within the Azure cloud platform. The role demands a high level of technical expertise and involves working closely with various stakeholders to ensure that the Azure cloud platform aligns with the business goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Driving overall technical design and architectural approach on early‑stage, global Azure cloud implementation
• Understanding and scoping the business requirements to deliver optimal, value‑driven solutions for all stakeholders
• Designing scalable and innovative solutions within Azure cloud platform and services
• Developing high‑level architectural designs for Azure projects, ensuring integration with existing systems and platforms
• Conducting regular architecture, configuration, infrastructure‑as‑code, and security reviews
• Implementing and enforcing engineering standards and best practices, including the use of design patterns, code refactoring, and code optimization
• Collaborating with the development and integration team to resolve complex technical issues during the development lifecycle
• Driving innovation by evaluating and adopting new Azure services, cloud‑native technologies, and platform capabilities as appropriate

Qualifications

• Academic degree in computer science, another technical field or an equivalent qualification
• Several years of related professional experience
• Proven experience in Azure cloud architecture and implementation
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including its limitations and best practices
• Experience with cloud integrations, networking, and third‑party APIs beneficial
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with various coding languages and automation such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform/Bicep, YAML pipelines beneficial
• Professional working proficiency in English, no other language required
• Passion for sharing knowledge
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Intercultural sensitivity
• Open to travel up to 10% internationally

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Benefits

• Individual development planning based on your personal needs and targets (e.g. mentoring, trainings or global internal Software Academy)
• Work from home up to 2 days a week (unless workshops etc. require physical presence)
• Option to work from other EU countries up to 40 days per year
• 12 salaries per year
• Agile and collaborative workstyle
• Opportunity to make a difference
• Employee discounts
• An international team across 4 locations in a globally active organization
• Company and tariff pension plan
• Health insurance
• Assistance with child‑care
• Relocation package offered if needed
• Canteen on‑site
• On‑site physicians
• Sabbatical option

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industry

Automotive

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone – regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.