Cloud Architect

Role: Cloud Architect

Role Type: Full-Time (No 3rd Party or Contractors)

Compensation: Up to $160k DOE Bonus

Location: Chicago / NJ / Dallas

Years of experience: 10

Key Competencies: Cloud architecture, Engineering Cloud solutions, (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud), (Docker, Kubernetes), (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), (BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing), cloud certifications, DevOps

Overview:

Responsibilities:

Strategy & Design:

• Develop a comprehensive cloud strategy aligned with business goals.
• Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.
• Evaluate and select cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud, etc.) and third-party tools.

Solution Design:

• Architect tailored cloud solutions that leverage best practices and meet specific client requirements, utilizing platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Private Cloud, DC Solutions.
• Understand client requirements and prepare appropriate cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Hybrid / Multi-Cloud, Hardware OEMs, Network, Security).

Technical Presentations:

• Conduct workshops and presentations to demonstrate solution feasibility and value, fostering trust and engagement with stakeholders.

Proof of Concept (POC):

• Lead the design and implementation of POCs to validate proposed solutions, transitioning these into larger-scale engagements

Implementation & Management:

• Guide technical solution development in engagements related to Legacy modernization, migration of applications and infrastructure to hybrid cloud, Engineered cloud, etc.
• Ensure optimal performance of cloud systems through monitoring and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with IT security teams to maintain data privacy and compliance
• Collaboration & Leadership:
• Work closely with developers, DevSecOps engineers, and business analysts to deliver solutions
• Provide technical guidance to teams on cloud best practices
• Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies and trends

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in architecture or 10 years in engineering roles related to hybrid cloud solutions, with a proven track record of successful client engagements.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in two or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud, etc.)
• Experience in architecting applications leveraging containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), Cloud native (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Hybrid / Multi-Cloud, Hardware OEMs, Network, Security, Microservices, FinOps, iPaaS and APIs, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to articulate technical concepts.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of specific industry verticals (e.g., BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing).
• Technical certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are preferred; must obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Understanding of DevOps concepts.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $155,550.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Cloud computing: 10 years (Required)
• Cloud architecture: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Cloud Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Edison, NJ 08837 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $155,550 - $160,000