Azure Windows Architect

At EZCORP we are a growing team focused on creating and changing the pawn industry as we know it today. We believe that our platform enabled lending and e-commerce solutions will revolutionize our ability to attract, engage and service our customers across the United States, Mexico and Latin America.

Join us now for an opportunity to be a part of a team that wants to provide access to short-term cash for every person – everywhere!

The Company:

Founded in Austin in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States, Mexico and Latin America. We are dedicated to satisfying the short-term cash needs of consumers who are both cash and credit constrained and providing an industry-leading customer experience.

What’s in it for you:

Ground Floor opportunity with EZCORP, a company with a start-up, purpose-driven mentality where innovative and agile problem solving are part of our DNA along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Address:

The Azure Windows Architect ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the corporate cloud environment (Azure) and the technologies that support core customer-facing and enterprise-facing products and platforms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as subject matter expert in a complex array of full stack solutions
• Performs research, analysis, design, creation, and implementation of systems to meet current and future requirements
• Will be immersed in the elements of development, design, integration, operation, and support for platform services
• Works collaboratively with engineering, application and enterprise/solution architects, developers, and PMs to develop and implement secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions
• Brings operational efficiencies and cost reductions through cloud growth (while shutting down Cyrus One / other on-prem legacy systems) optimization of current Azure / Oracle cloud spend and will work with DevOps and Architecture for future development efforts.
• Designs, deploys, and manages Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters to support containerized workloads and microservices architectures
• Develops and maintains Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to enable consistent, repeatable, and version-controlled cloud deployments
• Evaluates and implements AI/ML services including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Azure Machine Learning to enhance business capabilities and drive innovation
• Champions automation initiatives across the infrastructure lifecycle, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency through scripting, orchestration, and self-healing systems

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Preferred but not required a Master’s degree in Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, or Business Administration (MBA with IT focus).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert – A key certification for Azure architects.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate – Often a prerequisite for higher-level Azure certifications.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate – Useful for architects focusing on security.
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert – Beneficial for those working with automation and CI/CD pipelines.
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate – Preferred for candidates managing Infrastructure as Code
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Azure Kubernetes Service specialty certification – Preferred
• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and virtualization.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, and security.
• Expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and hybrid cloud solutions.
• Experience with DevOps practices, automation, and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, or ARM templates).
• Knowledge of security best practices, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience designing and operating AKS clusters in production environments
• Proficiency in Terraform for multi-environment cloud provisioning and state management
• Familiarity with Azure AI services and practical applications of generative AI, machine learning models, or intelligent automation
• Experience implementing automation frameworks for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and incident remediation

EZCORP is an Equal Opportunity Employer