Cloud Architect

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Architecture Design

  : Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures that align with business and technical requirements.

• Solution Optimization:

  Continuously assess and optimize cloud solutions for cost efficiency, performance, and scalability.

• Cloud Security:

  Implement and enforce best practices for security across cloud environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work with business leaders, DevOps, engineers, and operations teams to understand needs and design effective cloud solutions.

• Technology Strategy:

  Define and implement a comprehensive cloud strategy for the organization, aligning technology with business goals.

• Cloud Migration:

  Lead the planning and execution of cloud migration projects, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum value.

• Automation & IaC:

  Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to automate the cloud infrastructure.

• Cloud Governance:

  Establish and maintain governance practices to ensure cloud infrastructure remains secure, compliant, and cost-effective.

• Documentation:

  Maintain detailed documentation for all cloud architecture designs, configurations, and procedures.

• Disaster Recovery:

  Design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud infrastructure.

• Mentorship:

  Provide guidance and mentorship to junior cloud engineers and architects.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in cloud architecture or related roles, with strong hands-on experience in cloud platform design.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud environments).
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security practices and protocols.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Cloud Formation, or Ansible.
• Strong understanding of cloud migration strategies and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex cloud infrastructure challenges.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions
• Architect Expert).
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of serverless architecture (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).
• Experience with cloud-native application development and related tools. Expertise in cloud cost
• optimization strategies and tools.