Lead Cloud Architect - AWS Specialist

Our client, a rapidly expanding Fin Tech company known for its innovative solutions, is seeking an exceptional Lead Cloud Architect - AWS Specialist to spearhead their cloud initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for architecting, designing, and implementing highly scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform.

This role requires deep expertise in AWS services, a passion for cloud-native technologies, and the ability to lead and mentor a high-performing technical team. Join us in building the next generation of financial technology solutions from the comfort of your home office.

• Design, build, and maintain advanced AWS cloud infrastructure and services.
• Develop and implement best practices for cloud architecture, security, and cost optimization on AWS.
• Lead the technical direction for cloud projects, providing architectural guidance and oversight.
• Collaborate with software engineering, Dev Ops, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS services and features to enhance platform capabilities.
• Develop comprehensive architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and deployment plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within the AWS environment.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers on AWS best practices and design principles.

• 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a strong focus on AWS.
• Advanced-level AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified Dev Ops Engineer Professional).
• Deep understanding of core AWS services: EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, Cloud Formation, etc.
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures, containerization (Kubernetes), and serverless solutions on AWS.
• Expertise in cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Cloud Formation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

• Highly competitive annual salary of .
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge Fin Tech solutions and a talented global team.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.