Hybrid Cloud-Native App Architect (Container Platforms)

SMBC Group; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Accommodations during candidacy

Job summary

SMBC Group in Charlotte, NC is looking for an Analyst in the Application Architecture team to advance container platforms and cloud-native modernization across enterprise applications. You will work with Solution Architects, Platform Engineering, and Development teams to evaluate designs, onboard to platforms, and shape reference architectures.

The role provides hands-on exposure to Kubernetes, OpenShift, DevSecOps practices, and modern application modernization in a collaborative, enterprise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/IT/engineering.
• Foundational knowledge of application architecture, SDLC, and modern delivery practices.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift.
• Understanding of cloud-native principles, microservices, CI/CD, and DevOps methodologies.
• Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Support application teams in adopting container platforms and cloud-native patterns per enterprise standards.
• Assist with architecture reviews, platform onboarding, and evaluation of readiness for containerization and modernization.
• Document reference architectures, technical patterns, governance, and operational best practices.
• Analyze dependencies, infrastructure requirements, and deployment models to identify modernization opportunities.
• Develop technical documentation, diagrams, and knowledge-sharing materials on container technologies.
• Stay current with Kubernetes, OpenShift, cloud computing, observability, security, and DevOps trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

DevOps tooling

Job description

SMBC Group in Charlotte, NC is looking for an Analyst in the Application Architecture team to advance container platforms and cloud-native modernization across enterprise applications. You will work with Solution Architects, Platform Engineering, and Development teams to evaluate designs, onboard to platforms, and shape reference architectures.

The role provides hands-on exposure to Kubernetes, OpenShift, DevSecOps practices, and modern application modernization in a collaborative, enterprise