Technical Lead Azure Stack

About Textile Exchange  

Textile Exchange is a global non-profit driving beneficial outcomes for climate and nature across the fashion, apparel, and textile industry. We guide a growing community of brands, manufacturers, and material producers towards more purposeful production, right from the start of the supply chain.  

By 2030, our goal is to guide the industry to drive a 45% reduction in the greenhouse gas emissions within fiber and raw material production. To get there, we are keeping our focus holistic and interconnected, accelerating the adoption of practices that improve the state of our water, soil health, and biodiversity too. 

For real change to happen, everyone needs a clear path to positive impact. That’s why Textile Exchange believes that approachable, step-by-step instruction paired with collective action can change the system to make preferred materials and fibers an accessible default, mobilizing leaders through attainable strategies, proven solutions, and a driven community.  

To learn more, visit TextileExchange.org.  

Joining our team 

We are a globally distributed, fully remote team spanning over 20 countries and united by our commitment to driving positive change in the fashion, apparel, and textile industry.  

We leverage our collective strengths to tackle climate challenges and advance key environmental goals. Collaborating with farming groups, processors, brands, retailers, and environmental experts worldwide, we address critical issues shaping the future of this industry. 

Joining our team means becoming part of a cutting-edge global non-profit dedicated to amplifying impact. Textile Exchange offers competitive compensation, including paid time off, discretionary annual bonuses, learning opportunities, and more.  

Like all roles within our organization, this position is remote, reflecting our US-based yet fully global and home-based structure.  Candidates must be available to work across the United States and European time zones.

Job Summary

As a Technical Azure Lead, your primary responsibility will be to leverage Microsoft Azure Stack to architect and manage our cloud infrastructure efficiently and securely. This includes overseeing the development, deployment, and maintenance of Azure-based solutions to further our digital strategy. Your expertise in Azure technologies and your experience in agile management will be instrumental in leading innovative technical initiatives that support our organization’s efforts to create a positive impact in the textile and apparel sector.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing Azure-based solutions to enhance our digital capabilities, scalability, and data security. Your duties will encompass managing Azure resources, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and data privacy regulations. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with diverse global cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with our business objectives, providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure seamless integration of Azure services.

Like all roles at Textile Exchange, the role will be home-based with some travel required. Candidates must be available to work across Asian, European and US time zones.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Azure Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of of Azure-based applications and solutions; ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Solution Architecture: Design and implement Azure-based solutions that align with the organization’s goals, including applications, databases, data pipelines, and integration.
• Integration Management: Develop and maintain Azure integration with organizational systems and applications such as WordPress, Talent Learning Management System, and Salesforce Customer Relationship Management.
• Security and Compliance: Establish and enforce Azure security best practices, data protection, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Performance Monitoring: Implement monitoring and resolution process to proactively identify and address performance and security issues.
• Cost Optimization: Monitor and optimize Azure resource usage to control costs while maximizing performance and efficiency.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Develop and maintain Azure-based disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure data integrity and system availability.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their technology needs and align Azure solutions with organizational objectives.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with Azure service providers, negotiate contracts, and stay informed about Azure platform updates and offerings.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Documentation and Training: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of Azure configurations and provide training to team members on best practices.
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated on Azure advancements and emerging technologies to propose innovative solutions that enhance the organization’s digital capabilities.
• Documentation and Training: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of Azure configurations and provide training to team members on Azure best practices and usage.

Job Requirement

Technical Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Must have 5+ years’ experience in cloud technologies and Azure Stack.
• Must have 2+ years’ experience as a Technical Lead or equivalent with hands-on experience with Azure Stack in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with TOGAF, ITIL, COBIT, CIS controls, and NIST-CSF frameworks is an added advantage.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, Azure Stack, and cloud computing technologies.
• Proficiency in deploying and managing infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including virtual networks, subnets, and security groups.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell for automation tasks.
• Knowledge of programming languages like C# or Python.
• Microsoft certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, is preferable.

Infrastructure & Security

• Experience in designing, implementing, and managing scalable and highly available cloud solutions.
• Strong background in infrastructure architecture and design.
• Experience developing and managing API applications using REST/JSON, GraphQL, SOAP Web Services
• Familiarity with Azure security services, monitoring tools, and features; understanding of cloud security best practices and the ability to implement security controls in Azure.

Communication & Leadership

• Thought leader who will champion innovative solutions.
• Agile / Scrum / Lean development practices
• Experience in managing technical projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills, including communicating technical issues and complex solutions to non-technical audiences.
• Leadership qualities and experience in guiding a team through complex technical projects.
• Ability to work independently and have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a cross functional and culturally diverse team in multiple time zones.
• Strong organizational, analytical ability, judgment, and problem analysis techniques with attention to detail.
  

Employment Package

• Reports to: Technology Director
• Full Time Position, 40 hours a week
• Location: Virtual/Remote
• Salary Range: $115,000 – $150,000 USD per year, depending on experience.
• To be filled as soon as possible (start date to be agreed between both parties).
• Our salary structures are location-agnostic, ensuring equal pay for the same role, irrespective of location. Final employment offers are determined based on the role, candidate experience, education, and other relevant factors, but not on location. Offers will be presented in the local currency of the candidate’s permanent residence. Benefits are tailored to the region of the candidate’s permanent residence and align with Textile Exchange’s regional employment packages. To see if we hire in your country and for more information, please visit: https://remote.com/country-explorer

How to Apply   

Please apply here with your resume and a cover letter. 

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis as they are submitted. Early application submission is strongly encouraged.    

Textile Exchange is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.