Slalom Flex (Project Based)- Sr Cloud Architect (AWS Networking & Connectivity)

Senior Cloud Architect (AWS Networking & Connectivity)Location: Remote, EST hours Employment Type: Project-based contract Duration: 12+ Months Employment Eligibility: This position is not available for Corp-to-Corp (C2C), Contract-to-Hire (C2H), or third-party agency arrangements.Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. About Us Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In six+ countries and 43+ markets, we deeply understand our customers—and their customers—to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by close partnerships with over 400 leading technology providers, our 10,000+ strong team helps people and organizations dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all. We’re honored to be consistently recognized as a great place to work, including being one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For seven years running. Learn more at Slalom.com. OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available AWS networking solutions for large-scale enterprise environments. This role focuses on cloud connectivity, hybrid networking, multi-region architecture, and infrastructure automation across complex cloud and on-premises ecosystems.The ideal candidate combines deep AWS networking expertise with hands-on implementation experience and the ability to guide engineering teams through cloud modernization initiatives. ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement enterprise-scale AWS networking and connectivity architectures.Build secure hybrid cloud solutions connecting AWS and on-premises environments.Develop cross-VPC, multi-account, and service-to-service networking patterns.Establish resilient multi-region networking architectures and connectivity standards.Troubleshoot complex networking, DNS, routing, and performance issues.Develop reusable infrastructure-as-code solutions using AWS CDK and/or Terraform.Create architectural guidance, standards, and implementation documentation.Partner with engineering and application teams supporting migration and modernization efforts. Required QualificationsStrong experience designing and operating enterprise-scale AWS networking solutions.Deep expertise with Amazon VPC, DNS, network monitoring, and connectivity troubleshooting.Hands-on experience with AWS PrivateLink, Amazon VPC Lattice, and hybrid cloud connectivity architectures.Experience connecting on-premises environments to AWS and optimizing network performance.Infrastructure-as-code expertise with AWS CDK (TypeScript preferred) or Terraform.Experience developing reusable cloud infrastructure patterns and multi-account deployment strategies.Strong understanding of cloud security, scalability, resiliency, and networking best practices.Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with architects, engineers, and business stakeholders. Preferred QualificationsExperience with AWS Transit Gateway, Cloud WAN, firewalls, or advanced networking architectures.Experience designing active-active or active-passive multi-region solutions.Familiarity with ECS Fargate, API Gateway, Lambda, Aurora PostgreSQL, and related AWS services.Experience authoring architecture decision records (ADRs), standards, and technical roadmaps.Background supporting cloud migration, modernization, or containerization initiatives. Key SkillsAWS Networking, Amazon VPC, AWS PrivateLink, VPC Lattice, Hybrid Connectivity, Cloud Architecture, AWS CDK, Terraform, DNS, Multi-Region Architecture, Infrastructure as Code, Cloud Migration, Network Security. Compensation and Benefits Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful time off and paid holidays, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses. Slalom is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For this position, the base salary pay range is 100-120/hr. Actual compensation will depend upon an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time. EEO and Accommodations Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of theselection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.