AWS Platform Architect

Diverse Lynx; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a seasoned software engineer with over a decade of experience in AWS cloud architecture. This role involves designing and implementing secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions while mentoring teams on best practices. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of AWS services, Terraform for infrastructure automation, and a strong background in CI/CD processes. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers an opportunity to make a significant impact through cloud innovation and optimization strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with proven delivery of high-impact products.
• Expert-level knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and implementation.
• Experience mentoring development teams on AWS best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise cloud solutions balancing security, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead infrastructure-as-code initiatives for consistent environments.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines aligned with DevOps best practices.

Skills

AWS Cloud Architecture

AWS Compute Services (EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda, Fargate)

AWS Storage Solutions (S3, EBS, EFS)

AWS Database Technologies (RDS, DynamoDB)

AWS Networking (VPC, Route 53)

AWS Security Services (IAM, KMS)

Terraform

Containerization (Docker, EKS)

Serverless Architecture (Lambda, API Gateway)

CI/CD Services

Education

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer

AWS Certified Security Specialty

AWS Certified Advanced Networking

Tools

Terraform

Docker

AWS CloudWatch

GitHub/GitLab

Job description

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with proven delivery of high-impact products
• 5+ years specifically in AWS cloud architecture and implementation
• Expert-level knowledge of AWS compute services: EC2 , ECS, EKS, Lambda, and Fargate
• Hands-on experience with AWS storage solutions: S3 (including lifecycle policies, replication), EBS, EFS, FSx, and Storage Gateway
• Advanced proficiency with AWS database technologies: RDS (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server), Aurora, DynamoDB (including DAX, Global Tables), ElastiCache, and Redshift
• Deep expertise in AWS networking: VPC design (subnets, routing tables, endpoints), Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN connections, Route 53 (routing policies, health checks)
• Demonstrated mastery of AWS security services: IAM (roles, policies, permission boundaries), KMS, Secrets Manager, Certificate Manager, WAF, Shield, GuardDuty, Security Hub
• Advanced experience with Terraform for AWS infrastructure automation, including modules, workspaces, and remote state management
• Proficiency with containerization: Docker, ECS task definitions, EKS cluster management, Fargate profiles
• Strong serverless architecture experience: Lambda functions, API Gateway, Step Functions, EventBridge, SQS, SNS
• Expert-level knowledge of AWS CI/CD services and/or integration with GitHub/GitLab
• Proven experience with AWS monitoring and observability: CloudWatch (metrics, logs, alarms), X-Ray, CloudTrail
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement AWS cost optimization strategies using Cost Explorer, Budgets, and Savings Plans
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional certification is preferred
• Additional AWS certifications strongly preferred: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Certified Advanced Networking
• Experience mentoring development teams on AWS best practices and architectural patterns
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Roles & Responsibilities
-Design and architect enterprise cloud solutions that balance security, scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency
-Develop multi-account cloud strategies for large-scale organizational deployments
-Create identity and access management frameworks that enforce least privilege principles
-Lead infrastructure-as-code initiatives to ensure consistent, repeatable environments
-Establish continuous integration and deployment pipelines aligned with DevOps best practices
-Implement comprehensive security measures across all layers of cloud architecture
-Optimize cloud resource utilization and spending through governance and monitoring




Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.