Cloud Architect: Build Secure, Scalable Cloud Solutions

Perdue Chicken; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation family-owned food and agricultural business, seeks a Cloud Architect to lead design and management of scalable cloud solutions that align with strategic goals. You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive cloud adoption, optimize resources, and enforce best practices across security and reliability.

The role offers an opportunity to shape the cloud strategy, mentor teammates, and deliver impactful business results from our Salisbury, MD headquarters

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 6+ years of proven experience as a Cloud Architect or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with cloud architecture frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-based solutions that meet business requirements.
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of cloud services.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud service providers and tools.
• Monitor cloud performance and optimize resources for cost efficiency (FinOps).
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Align cloud strategies with business goals, ensuring that cloud infrastructure supports the company's objectives.
• Analyze current infrastructure, applications, and business requirements to design optimal cloud solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services and solutions that comply with the company's cloud governance.
• Develop detailed migration strategies for moving applications and data to the cloud while minimizing disruption to the business.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Scripting

Security

FinOps

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation family-owned food and agricultural business, seeks a Cloud Architect to lead design and management of scalable cloud solutions that align with strategic goals. You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive cloud adoption, optimize resources, and enforce best practices across security and reliability.

The role offers an opportunity to shape the cloud strategy, mentor teammates, and deliver impactful business results from our Salisbury, MD headquarters