Cloud Solutions Architect

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud architecture solutions based on business needs, leveraging cloud services like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Develop strategies for cloud migration, scalability, and disaster recovery.
• Create and maintain architecture documentation, including system designs, technical specifications, and implementation plans.
• Collaborate with software developers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of cloud solutions with existing systems.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices for cloud security and data privacy.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of cloud systems to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise on cloud technologies, best practices, and cloud-native design patterns.
• Conduct security assessments and recommend security measures for cloud-based applications and services.
• Assist in the implementation of automation tools and DevOps practices to improve system efficiency and delivery.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and provide recommendations for their integration into current systems.
• Collaborate with project managers to define project timelines and deliverables, ensuring that cloud solutions are delivered on time and within budget.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior architects and other technical staff on cloud technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect, Cloud Engineer, or a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud services, including compute, storage, databases, networking, security, and DevOps tools.
• Experience in designing cloud-based architectures with a focus on scalability, availability, and cost-efficiency.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with cloud security, compliance, and data protection standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect are preferred.
• Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments is a plus.