Senior Cloud Architect - Client-Facing, Azure Expert

CDM Smith; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect in the United States (Chandler, AZ) to lead client-facing technology efforts across cloud initiatives. You will drive solution discovery, requirements analysis, and implementation planning for complex cloud and application programs, partnering with stakeholders and vendors to deliver measurable business value.

You will guide engagements through concept to deployment, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and long-term supportability

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex, cross-functional technology initiatives from discovery through implementation.
• Strong ability to translate business needs into implementable technology solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management to influence decisions across levels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical advisor and trusted partner for business stakeholders.
• Lead client engagement activities, including solution discovery, requirements gathering, and workshops.
• Translate business needs into practical, scalable technology solutions.
• Guide solution lifecycle from concept through deployment and transition to operations.
• Develop roadmaps, delivery plans, and vendor evaluations to support cloud initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of technology solutions.

Skills

Cloud solution architecture

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Requirements gathering

Solution discovery

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Azure

AWS

Linux

Networking

Security

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect in the United States (Chandler, AZ) to lead client-facing technology efforts across cloud initiatives. You will drive solution discovery, requirements analysis, and implementation planning for complex cloud and application programs, partnering with stakeholders and vendors to deliver measurable business value.

You will guide engagements through concept to deployment, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and long-term supportability