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Apolis

Cloud Architect

Apolis, Milton, Georgia, United States,


Title: Cloud ArchitectLocation: Atlanta, GAType: ContractDuration: 12+ Months

What candidate will Be Doing: Design and develop cloud architecture strategies that align with the organization's business goals and objectives.Evaluate cloud service providers and recommend the best solutions based on needs, performance, and cost.Create roadmaps for cloud adoption and migration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.Design and deploy scalable, high-performance cloud infrastructures and applications.Lead the architecture and deployment of cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid cloud solutions.Ensure the implementation of best practices for cloud security, compliance, and governance.Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams on cloud best practices and architecture.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and integration of cloud solutions.Mentor and train team members on cloud technologies and architecture.Monitor and optimize cloud costs, ensuring that the organization is getting the best value for its cloud investments.Implement cost-saving strategies, such as rightsizing, autoscaling, and resource scheduling.Ensure that all cloud environments meet security and compliance requirements.Implement cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and monitoring.Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks.Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends.Continuously evaluate and improve existing cloud solutions and practices.Participate in cloud-related projects, providing expertise and recommendations.

What we are looking for: Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure Cloud, Terraform, Cloud Formation, GitLab, Newrelic, EKS, AWS networking and security, Linux, Chef (good to have)Proficiency in cloud services and solutions, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and serverless architectures.Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and orchestration.Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication and collaboration skillsExperience with Agile working and onsite-offshore communication model

Certifications:Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) is highly desirable.Experience: 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a strong focus on designing and implementing cloud solutions.Proven experience with at least one major cloud provider (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and infrastructure as code (IaC) practices