AWS Cloud Architect

ConsultNet Technology Services and Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology services company seeks an experienced AWS Cloud Architect for a part-time contract role focused on transitioning from AWS to Shopify. This position involves planning and executing the shutdown of AWS infrastructure, ensuring compliance, cost optimization, and conducting quarterly audits post-transition. Ideal candidates will have strong AWS experience and relevant certifications, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AWS Cloud Architect or in a similar role.
• Experience with eCommerce platforms, particularly Shopify.
• Experience leading cloud migration projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of AWS infrastructure shutdown.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and eliminate unnecessary services.
• Conduct quarterly audits of the AWS environment post-shutdown.

Skills

AWS Cloud Architect

AWS cost optimization

Cloud migration

Communication

Documentation

Self-starter

Education

AWS certification (e.g., Solutions Architect Associate/Professional)

Tools

AWS Cost Explorer

AWS Budgets

Third-party cost management tools

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AWS Cloud Architect (Remote) Part-time contract, (estimated 10–15 hours/week during initial phase)
6-month contract with extension
Pay Range (Market Rate)


Summary
Our client is transitioning our infrastructure from AWS to Shopify and is looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Architect to lead the shutdown of our AWS environment cost-effectively and efficiently. This is a part-time contract role with an initial focus on decommissioning, followed by quarterly check-ins to audit any remaining AWS usage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of AWS infrastructure shutdown as we move to Shopify.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and eliminate unnecessary AWS services.
• Ensure smooth handoff and documentation of any necessary data or services during the transition.
• Maintain compliance with internal security and data retention policies.
• Conduct quarterly audits of the AWS environment post-shutdown to:
  • Review resource usage and billing.
  • Provide insights and recommendations.
  • Prevent unnecessary charges and maintain cost transparency.

AWS Cloud Architect (Remote) Part-time contract, (estimated 10–15 hours/week during initial phase)
6-month contract with extension
Pay Range (Market Rate)


Summary
Our client is transitioning our infrastructure from AWS to Shopify and is looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Architect to lead the shutdown of our AWS environment cost-effectively and efficiently. This is a part-time contract role with an initial focus on decommissioning, followed by quarterly check-ins to audit any remaining AWS usage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of AWS infrastructure shutdown as we move to Shopify.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and eliminate unnecessary AWS services.
• Ensure smooth handoff and documentation of any necessary data or services during the transition.
• Maintain compliance with internal security and data retention policies.
• Conduct quarterly audits of the AWS environment post-shutdown to:
  • Review resource usage and billing.
  • Provide insights and recommendations.
  • Prevent unnecessary charges and maintain cost transparency.

Required Skills

• Proven experience as an AWS Cloud Architect, Solutions Architect, or in a similar cloud infrastructure role. (AWS certification (e.g., Solutions Architect Associate/Professional)
• Strong expertise in AWS cost optimization and resource decommissioning.
• Experience with eCommerce platforms, particularly Shopify
• Experience leading or supporting cloud migration projects.
• Familiarity with tools like AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, or third-party cost management tools
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Self-starter comfortable working independently on a flexible schedule.

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