AWS Cloud Architect

Boyd Gaming; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead hybrid and multi-cloud initiatives in Las Vegas. You will shape enterprise cloud strategy, govern cloud services, and drive implementation across AWS, GCP and Azure.

The role emphasizes security, cost optimization, and cross-team collaboration. Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in enterprise cloud design, hands-on with containers, serverless architectures, and strong vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent technical discipline.
• 4+ years in enterprise architecture, design, and integration.
• 2-3 years building/deploying on-prem and cloud solutions.
• Experience in designing hybrid and multi-cloud solutions.
• Knowledge of AWS, GCP and Azure cloud services.
• Strong troubleshooting and security policy understanding.
• ITIL V3 awareness is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of the Corporate cloud strategy and cloud governance.
• Design architecture for hybrid cloud integration solutions.
• Recommend new cloud services and develop conceptual designs.
• Identify cloud solutions aligned with business strategy.
• Evaluate cloud capabilities to support initiatives.
• Assist in vendor selection for IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and integration.
• Maintain cloud governance documentation and tagging.
• Develop cloud training plans for teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and communicate plans for IT cloud infrastructure investments.
• Design and oversee end-to-end IT cloud integrations.
• Develop and execute tests for cloud infrastructure performance.
• Collaborate across IT and with vendors.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Hybrid Cloud

AWS

GCP

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Serverless

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS ON SITE IN LAS VEGAS, NV

• Assist in development of the Corporate cloud strategy and cloud governance
• Design architecture for hybrid cloud integration solutions
• Recommend new cloud services to develop conceptual designs
• Identify cloud solutions that align with the business strategy
• Evaluate cloud capabilities to support business initiatives
• Asist in selecting vendors for IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and integration capabilities
• Maintain cloud governance documentation
• Assist in proper identification and tagging of cloud services and resources
• Provide status reports and escalation of issues as appropriate
• Develop cloud training plan for other teams and business stakeholders
• Develop, document, make recommendations, and communicate plans for investing in IT cloud infrastructure, including analysis of cost reduction opportunities
• Design, develop, and oversee implementation of end-to-end IT cloud integrations
• Develop and execute test plans to check IT cloud infrastructure and systems technical performance. Report on findings and make recommendations for improvement
• Collaborate across the IT organization and with vendors
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Essential Job Duties & Functions

• Ensure the availability, performance, scalability and security of cloud services to conform with IT policy
• Maintain overall Cloud infrastructure (i.e., EC2, SQS, S3, VPC, Lambda etc.)
• Setup alerts for monitoring performance of various cloud applications and services
• Ensure that all cloud engineering procedures are well documented

Job Specifications

• Strong knowledge of cloud networking using VPCs, Private Links, Transit Gateway
• Deep understanding of cloud storage solutions such as S3, EBS, EFS, RDS
• Hands on experience managing serverless solutions
• AWS associate or professional certification in one or more areas is required
• Experience with containerization with Docker and Kubernetes

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other technical discipline preferred. Comparable work experience is acceptable.
• 4+ year's experience in enterprise architecture, design, and integration
• 2-3 years’ experience building and deploying on-prem and cloud solutions
• Experience in designing hybrid and multi-cloud solutions
• Knowledge of GCP, AWS, and Azure cloud services
• Methodical and focused troubleshooting skills
• Proven track record for designing and architecting cloud solutions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict timelines
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms and security protocols
• Strong verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• ITIL V3 Awareness training preferred
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications

Additional Information

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.