AWS Cloud Architect

TechDigital Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect responsible for designing and managing cloud solutions on AWS. This role requires expertise in AWS services and cloud architecture, along with strong leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cloud architecture and can mentor junior engineers while collaborating effectively with teams. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cloud architecture with at least 3 years in AWS.
• Strong expertise in AWS services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda.
• Certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable and secure AWS architectures.
• Lead deployment of applications on AWS.
• Monitor cloud usage to optimize resources.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide teams.

Skills

AWS services expertise

Networking proficiency

Security knowledge

DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins)

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

AWS CloudFormation

Job description

Job Description

• An AWS Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• They act as the technical leader for cloud adoption, guiding organizations through architecture decisions, migration strategies, and optimization of cloud infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture Design: Develop scalable, resilient, and secure AWS cloud architectures. Define best practices for cloud adoption and migration.
• Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies when required. Implementation & Deployment: Lead the deployment of applications and workloads on AWS.
• Automate infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation).
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
• Security & Compliance: Implement AWS security best practices (IAM, encryption, monitoring). Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.
• Optimization & Cost Management: Monitor cloud usage and optimize resource allocation.
• Implement cost-saving strategies (reserved instances, autoscaling). Provide recommendations for performance improvements.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with DevOps, engineering, and business teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in cloud architecture, with at least 3 years in AWS.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, CloudFront, etc.).
• Proficiency in networking, security, and system design.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Certifications (preferred): AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. Leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Account Managers and Offshore Account Managers.
• Provide direction on account strategies, client engagement, and opportunity identification.
• Support Account Managers in high-stake negotiations, proposals, and escalations.
• Own the sales plan and revenue target for the defined group of accounts.
• Maintain executive-level relationships with select key clients and participate in strategic client governance meetings.
• Own overall revenue and profitability for the assigned portfolio of accounts.
• Collaborate with Delivery Heads and Practice Heads to ensure account growth strategies are aligned with organizational goals.