Description:

The Cloud Solutions Architect will design and implement cloud solutions that drive innovation, enhance performance, and enable business growth.
This role involves working closely with IT teams, developers, and project managers to build secure, scalable, and efficient cloud architectures.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing cloud-based solutions tailored to meet technical and business requirements.
The architect will evaluate and recommend emerging cloud technologies to enhance infrastructure, cost-efficiency, and security.
Ensuring security and compliance by implementing protocols and standards to protect cloud infrastructure and data is essential.
Collaboration with DevOps and software development teams to design CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments is a critical aspect of the role.
The architect will optimize cloud cost and performance by developing strategies for cost management and resource allocation.
Creating infrastructure templates using tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to enable quick and consistent deployments is required.
Staying current with cloud trends and technologies to maintain the company’s competitive edge is a key responsibility.

Requirements:

Extensive experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is required, including deploying, managing, and scaling applications.
Proficiency in designing cloud-based infrastructure and using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CloudFormation is necessary.
Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices, including identity management and compliance frameworks such as GDPR and HIPAA, is essential.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with developers, DevOps engineers, and stakeholders to align cloud architecture with business goals is required.
Expertise in optimizing cloud performance and managing cloud costs is necessary, with an understanding of autoscaling and monitoring tools.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cloud Computing, or a related field is required, with equivalent experience considered.
Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
A minimum of 7 years of experience in IT or cloud architecture, with a strong focus on designing and implementing cloud solutions, is required.
At least 3 years of experience in a senior or lead role architecting cloud infrastructures for large-scale or mission-critical applications is necessary.
Hands-on experience with cloud-native tools and container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm is highly desirable.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums are provided.
Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year are offered as part of the paid time off policy.
Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options promote work-life balance.
Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs support professional development.
Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources, is available.
Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage are included in the benefits package.
Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges are provided through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development is available through tuition reimbursement.
Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities are encouraged.
Employee recognition programs celebrate achievements and milestones within the organization.