Cloud Architect - AWS/Azure (10-12 yrs)

Cloud Architect

Location : India/remote

4hrs overlap with PST timezone

Mode : FTE

Required skills :

- 10+ years of professional experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and implementation

- Deep expertise in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), with a preference for Azure.

- Strong understanding of cloud networking, including virtual networks, load balancers, application gateways and enterprise security standards such as Private links and Private endpoints.

- Strong understanding of cloud security, including expertise in implementing RBACs, network security groups (NSGs), and encryption protocols. Experience with using Managed Identities and Service Principals.

- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, and Helm charts.

- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).

- Proficiency in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

- Experience with cloud cost optimization and performance tuning

- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect)

Roles & responsibilities :

- Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures for enterprise clients

- Develop and maintain cloud adoption strategies and roadmaps

- Evaluate and recommend appropriate cloud services and technologies for specific business needs

- Implement best practices for cloud security, compliance, and governance

- Design and oversee disaster recovery and business continuity plans

- Optimize cloud performance and manage costs across multiple cloud platforms

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, security specialists, and network engineers

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members

- Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends

- Conduct regular architecture reviews and propose improvements

- Develop and maintain documentation for cloud architectures and processes