Infrastructure and Cloud Architect

Job Description

Company Profile: Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 94,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com. Job Title: Infrastructure and Cloud Architect Position: Manager Consulting Expert Experience: 13+ yrs Category: IT Infrastructure Main location: Bangalore Position ID: J0325-0822 Employment Type: Full Time Qualification: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Job Description: Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure and Cloud Architect to design, implement, and oversee enterprise cloud and classic infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure design, and solution implementation across on-premises and cloud environments. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in cloud computing, classic infrastructure, networking, security, and automation : Design, implement, and manage scalable, reliable, and secure cloud and infrastructure solutions. Develop architectural blueprints, best practices, and standards for cloud-based applications and services. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Lead the migration of on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Define and enforce infrastructure governance, security policies, and compliance frameworks. Optimize cloud and on-prem infrastructure for cost, performance, and availability. Evaluate emerging cloud and infrastructure technologies and provide recommendations. Automate infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible. Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud and clasic infrastructure issues. Mentor and guide junior engineers and architects in cloud and infrastructure best practices. Must Have Skills: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 15+ years of experience in infrastructure and cloud architecture. Strong expertise in cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud strategies. Proficiency in designing and implementing high-availability, scalable, and secure architectures. Hands-on experience with networking, firewalls, VPNs, and security best practices. Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable. Good to have Skills : Proven experience of delivering process efficiencies and improvements Clear and fluent English (both verbal and written) Ability to build and maintain efficient working relationships with remote teams Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and accountability for relevant products and services Ability to plan, prioritise and complete your own work, whilst remaining a team player Willingness to engage with and work in other technologies Note: This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with the Virtualization Specialist role. Actual duties and qualifications may vary based on the specific needs of the organization. Skills: Delivery Management Leadership Operations Management Solutions Architecture .