AWS Cloud Architect

A SaaS company is seeking a highly skilled Senior AWS Cloud Architect to assist our teams in modernizing our core application stack to the cloud. This role will be a key member of the team responsible for delivering the design and roadmap to transform our software stack and move to a SaaS enabled framework. Additionally, the expectation that the design is highly reliable, scalable and meets industry required security framework requirements such as HIPAA.

This is a 6-9 month contract which will require 5 days onsite in the Plano, TX, office or for non local candidates, a hybrid schedule traveling into the office 3 days a week and working 2 days from home.

Responsibilities:

· Cloud Architecture: Design and implement a robust cloud architecture that aligns with best practices.

· AWS Services: Leverage a deep understanding of AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS, EKS) to build a scalable and efficient solution

· Migration Strategy: Develop and execute a migration strategy to successfully transition workloads to AWS

· Automation: Implement automation and DevOps practices to streamline cloud operations and improve efficiency.

· Security: Ensure the security and compliance of cloud environments by implementing appropriate security measures and adhering to industry standards.

· Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize cloud costs and maximize resource utilization

· Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members around AWS and cloud refactoring strategy.

Qualifications:

· 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture and engineering with a strong focus on AWS

· Strong knowledge of networking, security and compliance best practices

· Proven track record of designing and implementing complex software solutions via AWS

· Deep understanding of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS, EKS and more.

· AWS certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional) are preferred.

· Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.

· Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

· Ability to lead by example and work as a part of an extended global team

· Strong communication skills both verbal and written