AWS Cloud Architect — Remote Contract (Azure→AWS Migration)

Veridox; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth AI company is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect for a contract role focused on migrating infrastructure from Azure to AWS. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework and proven experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code. Responsibilities include leading data migration, architecting a multi-region setup for data residency, and implementing secure network models. This role is critical for defining the company's future foundation and offers a competitive day rate.

Benefits

Competitive Day Rate

High-impact contract with clear mission

Qualifications

• Experience with the AWS Well-Architected Framework and its pillars.
• Strong experience in defining infrastructure using Terraform.
• Familiarity with SQL and database migration complexities.
• Ability to articulate technical risks to stakeholders.
• Understanding of compliance standards like ISO27001 and SOC2.
• Expertise in architecting for data residency and availability zones.
• Strong familiarity with OIDC and modern authentication methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead data migration from Azure to AWS with minimal downtime.
• Architect a multi-region setup that meets data residency laws.
• Set up infrastructure to host NodeJS service and React web app.
• Design VPCs, subnets, and security groups for secure access.
• Document work to facilitate knowledge transfer to the team.

Skills

AWS Well-Architected Framework

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

SQL Proficiency

Communication First

Compliance Buff

Data Residency & Geo-Redundancy

Identity & Access (OIDC)

Job description

A high-growth AI company is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect for a contract role focused on migrating infrastructure from Azure to AWS. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework and proven experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code. Responsibilities include leading data migration, architecting a multi-region setup for data residency, and implementing secure network models. This role is critical for defining the company's future foundation and offers a competitive day rate.