Senior Cloud Architect

Key facts

• Location:
  
  Washington, District of Columbia
• Engagement:
  Full-time
• Salary:
  Competitive, commensurate with experience
• Visa:
  Sponsorship available for qualified candidates

• Design and implement cloud architecture solutions that meet the needs of various business units while ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for cloud-based systems.
• Lead the migration of existing applications and services to cloud platforms, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Develop and maintain cloud governance frameworks to manage security, compliance, and cost management effectively.
• Optimize cloud resources and services to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability while minimizing costs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud environments to ensure high availability and performance, implementing solutions to address any issues that arise.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on our organization and recommending adoption where appropriate.
• Prepare and present technical documentation, reports, and presentations to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of complex concepts.
• Work closely with Dev Ops teams to integrate cloud solutions into CI/CD pipelines, enhancing deployment efficiency and reliability.
• Participate in the development of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud-based services.
• Engage with vendors and service providers to evaluate and select cloud solutions that align with our strategic goals.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud architecture or a related field, with a proven track record of successful cloud implementations.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with relevant certifications preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and others.
• Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Cloud Formation, with experience in automating cloud deployments.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools to ensure the reliability and performance of cloud services.
• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience with serverless architectures and microservices design principles.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols relevant to cloud environments.
• Familiarity with database technologies, both SQL and No
  
  SQL, in a cloud context.
• Previous experience in a leadership or managerial role within a technology team.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams.

• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
• IaC tools:
  Terraform, Cloud Formation
• Containerization:
  Docker, Kubernetes
• Monitoring tools:
  Cloud Watch, Prometheus, Grafana
• Programming languages:
  Python, Java, or similar
• CI/CD tools:
  Jenkins, Git Lab CI, or similar

• This role is based in Washington, D.C., and may require occasional travel for client meetings or conferences.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and may be eligible for visa sponsorship based on qualifications.
• The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

META Company:
Privatelabelstaff

Title:

Senior Cloud Architect Listed location:
Washington, District of Columbia Job type:
Full-time Tags:
Architect