Job Title : Cloud Architect
Employment Type : Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with deep expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-scale cloud solutions. The role focuses on migration strategies, cloud modernization, containerization, security, network architecture, and cost optimization. The architect will collaborate with stakeholders, guide engineering teams, and define best practices for AWS cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design comprehensive migration architectures for both lift-and-shift and modernization approaches.
Develop migration strategies and roadmaps for VMware to EC2 transitions.
Architect containerized solutions for ECS Fargate deployments, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency.
Design database migration strategies from on-premises Sybase / SQL to AWS managed services.
Create network architecture designs to replace on-premises storage (PURE) and NetScaler functionality.
Establish governance frameworks for Terraform and AWS CDK implementations.
Design security architectures , including certificate management, encryption, and access controls.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define Cloud Fast Track environment standards and best practices.
Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.
Develop cost optimization strategies and implement FinOps practices.
Create disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud infrastructure.
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in cloud architecture and enterprise-scale solutions.
Hands-on experience with AWS services , including EC2, ECS Fargate, RDS, and managed services.
Expertise in cloud migration strategies , containerization, and modernization projects.
Strong knowledge of network architecture, security frameworks, and governance for cloud environments.
Experience in implementing infrastructure as code using Terraform and AWS CDK.
Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with stakeholders and guide engineering teams.
Cloud Architect • TX, United States