AWS Cloud Architect
Job in
McLean, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
Listed on 2026-08-29
Listing for:
IDR, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
AWS, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, IT Consultant, Data Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
IDR is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in McLean, VA or Memphis, TN. This role involves designing and building next-generation cloud data platforms in a leading organization within the digital solutions and data management industry.
Position Overview for the AWS Cloud Architect:
- Responsible for designing and documenting AWS cloud database architectures that support performance, scalability, availability, security, governance, and cost optimization.
- Lead the modernization and migration of legacy on-premises databases and data platforms to AWS cloud services.
- Architect and optimize data solutions using AWS services such as Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Amazon Redshift, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon S3, AWS Glue, and Amazon Athena.
- Develop architecture standards, reference patterns, runbooks, and operational best practices.
- Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, security, governance, resiliency, and compliance requirements are met.
Requirements for the AWS Cloud Architect:
- Strong experience with AWS database services like RDS, Aurora, and Redshift.
- Proven expertise in migrating legacy/on-premise databases to AWS using services such as AWS DMS.
- Deep understanding of data modeling, indexing, partitioning, and query/performance tuning.
- Experience with AWS data lake architecture involving S3, Glue, Athena, and Redshift.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits;
Medical, Vision, Dental, and more! - Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Clearly Rated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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