Cloud Architect (AWS & Azure )

About the role

Architect, hands-on build, and operationalize greenfield cloud environments on Azure and AWS (IaaS, PaaS, containers, serverless). Lead large-scale on-premises to cloud migrations and hybrid/multi-cloud transformations. Design and implement enterprise landing zones, governance, security, networking, and cost-optimization frameworks. Translate complex technical solutions into clear, compelling presentations and recommendations for CXOs, and board members. Regularly present architecture roadmaps, migration plans, risk assessments, TCO/ROI analysis, and progress updates to senior leadership and stakeholders. Influence strategic decisions by articulating trade-offs, risks, and long-term implications of cloud and infrastructure choices. Build trust as the go-to technical authority both in the weeds with engineers and in the boardroom with executives. Mentor engineering teams while maintaining final accountability for solution quality and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and operate cloud environments on Azure and AWS (IaaS, PaaS, containers, serverless)
• Lead large-scale on-premises to cloud migrations and hybrid/multi-cloud transformations
• Design and implement enterprise landing zones, governance, security, networking, and cost-optimization frameworks
• Translate complex technical solutions into clear, compelling presentations and recommendations for CXOs and board members
• Present architecture roadmaps, migration plans, risk assessments, TCO/ROI analysis, and progress updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Influence strategic decisions by articulating trade-offs, risks, and long-term implications of cloud and infrastructure choices
• Build trust as the go-to technical authority both in the weeds with engineers and in the boardroom with executives
• Mentor engineering teams while maintaining final accountability for solution quality and delivery

Requirements

• 8+ years in infrastructure engineering with strong on-premises data center roots (VMware, storage arrays, enterprise networking, physical deployments)
• Expert-level hands-on experience in both Azure and AWS (minimum 5 years public cloud)
• Proven ability to build production cloud environments from scratch, not just manage inherited ones

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Cloud architecting
• Cloud migration and transformation
• Enterprise landing zone design
• Governance, security, and networking
• Cost optimization
• Technical presentation and communication

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Pay

Depending on experience (DOE)

Schedule

Full-time