Expeditors
Architect (Azure Cloud) - Data Centers, IS Core
Expeditors, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Company Description
"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.18,000 trained professionals350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countriesFortune 500Globally unified systemsJob Description
The Data Centers Cloud Architect is responsible for the design and health of Expeditors' public and private cloud environments. As a member of Data Centers, the Cloud Architect will design and support Expeditors' hybrid cloud environments, that are critical to the support of Expeditors software development, business and global operations. The Cloud Architect leads the evolution of the Expeditors hybrid multi-cloud environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Be a collaborative member of a highly motivated and agile teamRepresent cloud technologies and methodologies in architecture leadership discussionsStay abreast of new technologies, concepts, and approachesInteract with people more than systemsProvide technical leadership by coaching and mentoring cloud engineering staffTranslate business requirements into designs for cloud solutionsDevelop and maintain industry standard best security practicesDevelop and deliver professional proposals and design documentationDevelop and communicate standard operating procedures and functional design specificationsDrive standardization and automation into all aspects of the cloud platformCommunicate with providers of cloud technologies on a regular cadenceThis position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Downtown SeattleFederal WayLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent communication and presentation skillsExcellent customer service skillsExcellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skillsAbility to translate business requirements into functional requirements for cloud designPrior experience in designing a cloud platform with multiple data centersExtensive knowledge of Azure, GCP and AWSExperience with on-premises Virtualization (VMWare) environmentsExperience leading teamsStrong knowledge of OS and cloud platforms (i.e. Linux, Windows, Azure)Skilled in DevOps processesKeen attention to detailRelevant certificationsDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Windows and UNIX operating systemsExperience with third party vendor managementExperience and knowledge of IT operations that includes networking, identity, disaster recovery, data platforms, and governanceStrong understanding of how databases, networks and other critical IT functions workApplicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.
Additional Information
Expected base salary: $165,000 to $240,000
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)Holidays (10)Flexible Days (2)Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through FridayBusiness professional dress code
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.
"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.18,000 trained professionals350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countriesFortune 500Globally unified systemsJob Description
The Data Centers Cloud Architect is responsible for the design and health of Expeditors' public and private cloud environments. As a member of Data Centers, the Cloud Architect will design and support Expeditors' hybrid cloud environments, that are critical to the support of Expeditors software development, business and global operations. The Cloud Architect leads the evolution of the Expeditors hybrid multi-cloud environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Be a collaborative member of a highly motivated and agile teamRepresent cloud technologies and methodologies in architecture leadership discussionsStay abreast of new technologies, concepts, and approachesInteract with people more than systemsProvide technical leadership by coaching and mentoring cloud engineering staffTranslate business requirements into designs for cloud solutionsDevelop and maintain industry standard best security practicesDevelop and deliver professional proposals and design documentationDevelop and communicate standard operating procedures and functional design specificationsDrive standardization and automation into all aspects of the cloud platformCommunicate with providers of cloud technologies on a regular cadenceThis position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Downtown SeattleFederal WayLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent communication and presentation skillsExcellent customer service skillsExcellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skillsAbility to translate business requirements into functional requirements for cloud designPrior experience in designing a cloud platform with multiple data centersExtensive knowledge of Azure, GCP and AWSExperience with on-premises Virtualization (VMWare) environmentsExperience leading teamsStrong knowledge of OS and cloud platforms (i.e. Linux, Windows, Azure)Skilled in DevOps processesKeen attention to detailRelevant certificationsDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Windows and UNIX operating systemsExperience with third party vendor managementExperience and knowledge of IT operations that includes networking, identity, disaster recovery, data platforms, and governanceStrong understanding of how databases, networks and other critical IT functions workApplicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.
Additional Information
Expected base salary: $165,000 to $240,000
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)Holidays (10)Flexible Days (2)Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through FridayBusiness professional dress code
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.