Senior Cloud Architect - Research Computing and NERC Lead

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,400 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research university in Boston is seeking a Principal Systems Architect to lead the design and operations of its cloud-based research computing infrastructure. The role requires 7+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. You will serve as a senior technical authority and influence future cloud systems to support data-intensive research. This position involves collaboration with partner institutions and oversight of major initiatives like the New England Research Cloud.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and operations of BU’s cloud-based research computing infrastructure.
• Serve as senior technical authority for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms.
• Architect next-generation cloud systems and influence future research computing decisions.
• Oversee and advance major initiatives such as NERC and follow-on projects.
• Collaborate with partner universities and industry partners.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

A prestigious research university in Boston is seeking a Principal Systems Architect to lead the design and operations of its cloud-based research computing infrastructure. The role requires 7+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. You will serve as a senior technical authority and influence future cloud systems to support data-intensive research. This position involves collaboration with partner institutions and oversight of major initiatives like the New England Research Cloud.