Cloud Architect

ZipRecruiter; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Cloud Architect with extensive experience in cloud solution architecture and infrastructure. This role involves designing and implementing scalable cloud solutions that meet business objectives while ensuring security and compliance. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in cloud technologies, particularly Azure, to drive cloud migration strategies and optimize cloud performance. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will shape the future of cloud architecture and enhance operational efficiencies across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in cloud solution architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and cloud deployment processes.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and network design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cloud architecture strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and cloud adoption.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented cloud solutions.

Skills

Cloud Solution Architecture

Cloud Infrastructure Architecture

Azure Well Architected Framework

Terraform

Cloud Security

FinOps Practices

Cloud Optimization Techniques

Education

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification

Tools

Azure Networking Services

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title : Cloud Architect

Employment Type : C2C, Contract

Location : Minneapolis, MN, US

Remote : 100% Remote

Job Description

Over all 14+ years of experience candidates of which 3+ years of Cloud Architect / Data Architect.

8-12 years of experience into cloud solution architecture or cloud infrastructure architecture

Job Details:

Architect (ETL, Cloud, Microservices, Kafka, DevOps, Open Source, Spring Boot)
• Designing, planning, and implementing cloud infrastructure solution
• Architecture for develop the overall architecture, including the network, storage, and security configurations
• Cloud solution patterns, cloud security, resiliency & observability, CMM architecture review, and current state & future state cloud architecture, create future infrastructure cost estimate for accurate forecasting
• Facilitate collaboration between teams, Assess the business needs, identify potential risks, develop detailed solutions and designs, propose architectural changes to optimize cloud solutions, align with enterprise cloud migration strategies, collaborate with vendors, engineering teams, and enterprise/application architects
• Translate business needs into scalable, reliable, and secure cloud solutions.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement comprehensive cloud architecture strategies that align with business objectives and technological advancements.
• Leverage your in-depth knowledge of cloud and other architectural frameworks to design scalable and efficient cloud solutions.
• Provide industry, technology, and market expertise to support strategic business decisions for cloud investments.
• Decompose complex business strategies into initiatives that translate into clear, actionable cloud architecture roadmaps.
• Collaborate across organizational silos to resolve dependencies and accelerate cloud architecture and solution decisions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cloud adoption, streamline processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Apply your expertise in cloud architecture principles to ensure seamless integration of cloud solutions into existing systems and workflows.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of emerging cloud technologies, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to development teams, ensuring compliance with cloud architectural standards and best practices.
• Define governance and security practices for cloud initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and company policies.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented cloud solutions, continuously making improvements as necessary.
• Share your knowledge and insights on cloud architecture principles across the organization to foster innovation and best practices.

Required Qualifications:
• 8-12 years of experience into cloud solution architecture or cloud infrastructure architecture
• Played architecture role in incorporating large scale cloud migration programs
• Hands on experience on Azure Well Architected or similar Cloud Architecture framework
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and cloud deployment processes.
• Ability to develop secure, efficient, and scalable cloud architectures with continuous oversight
• Expertise in cloud security, governance, and compliance with industry standards.
• Experience with cloud optimization techniques and FinOps practices to maximize performance and cost[1]efficiency
• Experience in implementing cloud observability and monitoring platform architecture
• Experience with Azure networking services, including VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, Load Balancers, and Azure Firewall.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, including network design, storage solutions, and compute resources.
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification

Please let me know your interest and let's keep in touch until we make this happen
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