AWS Cloud​/Solutions Architect

AWS Cloud Application/Solutions Architect

Location:

Remote, US

Length: 12 Month Contract

Please no agencies. Direct employees currently authorized to work in the United States - no sponsorship available

• 8+ years in AWS cloud application development and 5+ years in architecting cloud applications
• Proficiency with core AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, Dynamo
  
  DB, Cloud Formation, IAM) and the AWS Well-Architected Framework
• Experience optimizing cloud applications for speed, scalability, and cost efficiency
• 3+ years of experience creating and managing CI/CD pipelines using AWS Code Pipeline, Code Build, Code Deploy, or Git Hub Actions
• Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices (e.g., encryption, IAM, network security) and scanning tools (e.g., Wiz)
• Hands‑on experience with IaC tools such as AWS Cloud Formation, Terraform, or AWS CDK
• Proficiency with AWS Cloud Watch, X‑Ray, or similar tools for monitoring, logging, and performance tracking
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
• Experience with Git Hub, Zenhub, or Jira for collaboration
• Strong communication and mentoring skills for cross‑functional collaboration
• Expertise in translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost‑effective technical solutions
• Strong understanding of system integration, including APIs, microservices, and middleware
• Hands‑on experience integrating with both internal and external systems
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, AWS Cloud Formation) and automation tools
• Knowledge of Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies
• Strong grasp of security principles, including data protection, identity management, and compliance standards

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