The Cloud Application Architect is a key role responsible for leading the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions. This position involves working with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, evaluate technologies, and architect scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure and applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop cloud architecture that aligns with the company’s business objectives and technology strategy.
- Lead the assessment of business requirements and translate them into technical cloud solutions.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to create a cohesive cloud environment.
- Provide expertise on cloud services, including AWS, Azure, or GCP, to optimize performance and cost.
- Ensure compliance with industry best practices and company security policies.
- Develop and document cloud architecture plans, including diagrams and roadmaps.
- Mentor and guide teams on cloud adoption, best practices, and technologies.
- Evaluate new cloud technologies and make recommendations for enhancements and improvements.
- Lead the troubleshooting and resolution of cloud infrastructure issues.
- Work closely with cybersecurity teams to design and implement robust security frameworks.
- Assist with the development of disaster recovery and business continuity plans in the cloud.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing by creating and maintaining detailed and comprehensive documentation and diagrams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, networking, or software development, with at least 2 years in a cloud architecture role.
- Professional cloud certification(s) in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong understanding of cloud computing technology and infrastructure as well as cloud deployment models.
- Experience with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services, and an understanding of when to use each.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform).
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation of cloud deployments.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex cloud concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration strategies.
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and experience ensuring cloud services adhere to these regulations.
- Understanding of microservices architecture and serverless computing