Sr. Cloud Architect

Description:

Conduct in-depth assessments of clients' IT infrastructure and business processes to identify cloud adoption opportunities.
Evaluate the suitability of different cloud platforms (public, private, hybrid) and recommend the best fit for clients' needs.
Develop detailed migration plans, including risk assessments, data migration strategies, and application modernization plans.
Oversee the execution of cloud migration projects, ensuring timely delivery and minimal disruption to client operations.
Continuously monitor and optimize cloud environments to ensure optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
Develop and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with best practices and standards.
Design and architect scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures using industry-leading cloud platforms.
Develop solution blueprints, including network diagrams, deployment plans, and data flow diagrams.
Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud-based solutions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by delivering exceptional service and value.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in cloud computing, with a strong understanding of major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Proven track record of delivering successful cloud projects, including migrations, optimizations, and new deployments.
Strong technical skills in virtualization, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
Certifications related to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Certified Solutions Architect).
Experience with cloud-native technologies and architectures (e.g., microservices, serverless computing).
Knowledge of data analytics and big data platforms is a major plus