Remote Lead Cloud Solutions Architect: Strategy & Delivery

CDM Smith; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to serve as the senior client-facing technology leader for cloud initiatives. You will partner with stakeholders to define strategic objectives, identify opportunities, and develop scalable, cost-effective solution strategies that deliver measurable business value.

You will guide engagements from discovery through deployment, working with the Cloud Center of Excellence and delivery teams to ensure solutions meet enterprise standards and are

Qualifications

• Experience in solution architecture for cloud, applications, and technology initiatives.
• Experience leading cross-functional technology programs from discovery to deployment.
• Strong ability to translate business needs into practical technology solutions.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary technical advisor and trusted partner for business stakeholders.
• Lead client engagement activities including discovery, workshops, and business case development.
• Develop implementation roadmaps and delivery plans for cloud and enterprise initiatives.
• Guide solution lifecycle from concept through deployment and operational transition.
• Collaborate with vendors, delivery teams, and Cloud Center of Excellence to ensure enterprise standards.

Skills

Solution architecture

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Azure cloud

AWS knowledge

Networking security

Databases/data architecture

Linux administration

APIs/enterprise apps

Communication/negotiation

Team mentoring

Cost/ licensing considerations

Cloud adoption

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Azure

AWS

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to serve as the senior client-facing technology leader for cloud initiatives. You will partner with stakeholders to define strategic objectives, identify opportunities, and develop scalable, cost-effective solution strategies that deliver measurable business value.

You will guide engagements from discovery through deployment, working with the Cloud Center of Excellence and delivery teams to ensure solutions meet enterprise standards and are