AWS Cloud Specialist
Job Summary
The AWS Cloud Implementation SME is the bridge between high-level architecture and hands-on execution. You aren't just a "big picture" thinker; you are the technical authority who ensures complex AWS migrations and deployments actually work in the real world. You will lead the technical delivery of AWS solutions, troubleshooting deep-tier integration issues and mentoring engineering teams on best practices across AWS enterprise environments.
Responsibilities
Lead Technical Implementation: Direct the end-to-end deployment of AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with architectural blueprints, the AWS Well-Architected Framework, and security compliance.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain high-quality, reusable IaC templates using tools like Terraform, Pulumi, or AWS CloudFormation / CDK.
Migration Execution: Lead complex "lift-and-shift," "re-platforming," or "refactoring" projects from on-premises or legacy cloud environments into AWS utilizing services like AWS Application Migration Service (MGN) and AWS Database Migration Service (DMS).
Troubleshooting & Performance: Act as the Tier 3/4 escalation point for implementation-related roadblocks, performance bottlenecks, and hybrid connectivity issues.
CICD Optimization: Design and implement robust automated deployment pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI to ensure rapid, reliable releases.
Stakeholder Consultation: Advise leadership and clients on the technical feasibility of requested features and provide cost-optimization strategies utilizing AWS Cost Explorer and AWS Organizations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Cloud Platforms: Expert-level proficiency in Amazon Web Services (AWS) services (EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Lambda, ECS/EKS).
Automation: Deep experience with Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Ansible, or Systems Manager (SSM).
Containerization: Hands-on mastery of Amazon EKS (Kubernetes), Amazon ECS, Docker, and service meshes (Istio/AWS App Mesh).
Networking: Advanced understanding of Amazon VPCs, AWS Transit Gateway, AWS Direct Connect, Route 53, and ELB/ALB.
Security: Implementation of AWS IAM policies/SCPs, AWS KMS (encryption at rest/transit), AWS Secrets Manager, and Zero Trust models.
Education & Certifications
Education: Degree Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent practical experience.
Certifications: Professional-level AWS certifications are strictly required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional and/or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants.