Solution Architect

Information Technology Islamabad, Pakistan


Description

Position at Zones LLC.

Company Overview:

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM 

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview

The Solution Architect will lead the end-to-end solution design across application, integration, security, and data domains in an Azure-first ecosystem. As the sole architect for the team, this role requires exceptional breadth and depth, strong ownership, and the ability to guide delivery from concept through implementation. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise with .NET application architectures, Azure Integration (APIM, Logic Apps, Function Apps), security-by-design, Front Door & global routing, and Azure data services, and is comfortable producing both HLDs and LLDs, enforcing standards, and mentoring engineers.

What you’ll do as the Solution Architect:

Employees employed in the role of Solution Architect shall be required to apply their independent mind and demonstrate intellectual abilities in their decision-making.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the endtoend microservicesbased architecture of applications built on .NET, integrating frontend (AngularJS/Contentful) and backend services.
  • Design and maintain HLDs, LLDs, and integration diagrams, ensuring clear technical direction for engineering teams.
  • Architect and oversee Azure Integration solutions using APIM, Logic Apps, and Function Apps.
  • Plan and optimize global routing and edge configurations using Azure Front Door
  • Guide data solution design in collaboration with data engineers: Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure SQL.
  • Establish and maintain architecture standards, guardrails, and best practices, conducting design reviews and providing governance.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, QA, DevOps, and product teams to ensure solution designs are implemented effectively.
  • Mentor and coach engineers through design sessions, code/architecture reviews, and hands-on solutioning

 

What you will bring to the team:

  • 5–7 years of experience in solution architecture with strong handson delivery experience on Azure.
     
  • Core expertise:
    • Application Architecture with .NET, REST APIs, and integrations with AngularJS
    • Azure Integration using APIM, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions
    • Security Architecture including Key Vault and Managed Identities,
    • Azure Front Door for global routing and traffic optimization
    • Azure Data Platform using ADF, Databricks, and Azure SQL
       
  • Experience creating HLDs and LLDs, along with integration diagrams, security models, and architecture standards.
     
  • Solid understanding of Azure Application Insights for monitoring, logging, and performance visibility.
     
  • Excellent collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor engineers and align crossfunctional teams.
     
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain architecture clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

 

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

At Zones, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and supported. We offer life insurance, optional health insurance, EOBI, and a voluntary pension scheme in line with Company policy. Employees also enjoy additional perks such as Complimentary meals, and access to our in-house gym.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and remain dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination of any kind. If you are passionate about driving innovation in IT, sales, engineering, or operations, Zones provides a dynamic and collaborative environment to help you grow your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Job Timings: 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM (Pakistan Time)

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