Cloud Integration Architect

Job Title : Cloud Integration Architect

Location : Rockville, MD (Hybrid 3 Days Onsite, 2 Days Remote)

Visa : US Citizen or Green Card Holders Only

Contract : Long-Term Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud Integration Architect to lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of cloud-based solutions and integrations across enterprise systems. This role requires deep expertise in cloud platforms, integration frameworks, API design, and enterprise application ecosystems, with a strong focus on translating business needs into scalable, secure, and high-performing technical architectures.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on technical ability, strong leadership skills, and experience architecting complex, multi-system integrations. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, development teams, and system owners to define integration strategies, design solution architectures, and ensure seamless data and process flows across platforms.

Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design

Translate business and functional requirements into robust, scalable cloud integration architectures.

Architect and document end-to-end integration solutions aligning with enterprise technology standards.

Lead technical design discussions, solution modeling, and platform strategy sessions.

Integration Engineering

Design and implement integrations using APIs, middleware, ETL, messaging systems, and cloud-native tools.

Define integration patterns (event-driven, API-led, batch, pub / sub) to meet performance and scalability needs.

Oversee and guide development teams in executing integration builds, custom development, and data migration.

Technical Leadership

Establish technical best practices, coding standards, and governance for cloud and integration development.

Provide expert-level guidance to integration developers, cloud engineers, and administrators.

Ensure integrations meet security, compliance, and performance requirements.

Cloud & Platform Enablement

Recommend cloud-based solutions and third-party integrations to enhance business capabilities.

Lead the technical implementation and support of marketplace / AppExchange / cloud ecosystem applications.

Manage configuration, deployment pipelines, and environment strategies for integration components.

Operational Support

Drive production support for integration issues, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous improvement of integration landscapes.

Required Skills & Experience

8+ years of overall software development or architecture experience.

5+ years hands-on experience in designing and implementing cloud and enterprise integrations.

Strong expertise with :

API design & management

Integration middleware (MuleSoft, Boomi, Informatica, Apigee, etc.)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Salesforce)

Event-driven and microservices architecture

Experience with data modeling, system design, and integration security best practices.

Strong hands-on experience in at least one programming language (Apex, JavaScript, Java, etc.).

Experience in cloud-based application ecosystems (Salesforce, ERP, CRM, Marketing Cloud, etc.).

Desired Skills

Cloud or Integration Certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, MuleSoft, Boomi).

Experience evaluating and integrating third-party applications.

Strong ability to lead without direct authority across cross-functional teams.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Project management or Agile delivery experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field,

or equivalent hands-on experience.