Cloud SME Architect

Persistent; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Persistent in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Cloud SME Architect to lead enterprise cloud design and transformation projects. The role focuses on AWS or GCP platforms, governance, security, and scalable IaC-based deployments.

You will mentor teams, drive CI/CD adoption, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable cloud solutions across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, or Platform Engineering.
• Strong hands-on expertise in AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience designing secure cloud-native architectures and governance.
• Experience leading cloud migration and modernization programs.
• Proficiency with IaC tools and deployment automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-scale cloud architectures on AWS or GCP.
• Lead cloud transformation and migration initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Develop secure, scalable cloud solutions for enterprise applications.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Mentor technical teams and drive cloud modernization across the organization.
• Conduct architecture reviews and production-readiness evaluations.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

AWS

GCP

Terraform

Kubernetes

CI/CD

DevOps

Security

Governance

Leadership

Tools

Terraform

Docker

CloudFormation

Ansible

Job description

AboutPosition:

We are looking for an experienced Cloud SME Architect with 8 to 12 years of expertise in cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and cloud governance. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience with AWS or GCP cloud platforms, cloud policy implementation, infrastructure automation, and enterprise‑scale cloud transformation initiatives.

• Role: Cloud SME Architect
• Location: Hyderabad
• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYou'llDo:

• Design and implement enterprise‑scale cloud architectures on AWS or GCP platforms.
• Lead cloud transformation and migration initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, cloud policy, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Develop secure, scalable, and maintainable cloud solutions for enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and cloud provisioning frameworks.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Conduct architecture reviews, cloud assessments, and production readiness evaluations.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, scalability, security, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Implement monitoring, observability, logging, and operational excellence practices.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure, deployment, networking, and security issues.
• Identify project risks, dependencies, and technical challenges and drive timely resolution.
• Create architecture documentation, standards, governance frameworks, and operational runbooks.
• Mentor technical teams and provide architectural guidance across cloud and DevOps initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and cloud modernization programs across the organization.

ExpertiseYou'llBring:

• 8 to 12 years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, or Platform Engineering.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Extensive experience designing and implementing secure cloud‑native architectures.
• Strong knowledge of cloud governance, cloud policy management, and security best practices.
• Experience leading cloud migration, modernization, and transformation programs.
• Hands‑on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud networking, identity and access management, and cloud security controls.
• Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and observability solutions.
• Strong understanding of containerization technologies and orchestration platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience supporting highly available, scalable, and resilient production environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, performance optimization, and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Ability to evaluate complex requirements and design practical cloud solutions.
• Experience working within Agile and cross‑functional delivery teams.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, documentation, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to establish standards, governance models, and cloud best practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company‑sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check‑ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven,People-Centric&InclusiveWorkEnvironment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility‑friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."