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CodeForce

GTA - Senior Cloud Architect

CodeForce, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383


JOB SUMMARY:The Senior Cloud Architect is responsible for participating in the working with GTA to design, develop and implement IT architecture to meet application Migrations and AWS cloud implementations across State Agencies.

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Senior Cloud Architects are experienced, advanced level senior professionals responsible for creating architectural approaches for software design and implementation that guide the development team in collaboration with the Principal Architect or other architects. They provide design reviews for developers, or peer reviews for other architects, and work with developers or other architects to aid in designs and development efforts. They provide a framework for the development of software or systems that will result in high quality IT solutions. They work collaboratively with the Principal Architect and other architects or technical resources to develop standards and processes. Senior Software Architects have advanced level skills in multiple areas of architecture along with expert or specialized skills that require very deep knowledge in two or more specific architecture areas. They communicate with stakeholders at all levels within and across organizations, support multiple teams and projects simultaneously, mentor other architects.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:• 10+ years of overall experience, to include a minimum of 5 years of enterprise, full-life cycle in Architecture in the professional IT/Software Development services industry.• 5-8 years of hands-on technical application architecture experience and Application build/ modernization experience• 5+ years of success in consultative/complex technical sales and deployment projects (where necessary, managing various stakeholder relationships to get consensus on solution/projects).• Extensive experience architecting, designing, and programming applications to operate in AWS environment.• Experience in developing solutions architecture and evaluate architectural alternatives for private, public and hybrid cloud models, including IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud services.• Knowledge to identify the best cloud architecture options to help the organization reach its GTA strategic goals.• Experience architecting highly available systems that utilize load balancing, horizontal scalability, and high availability.• Experience in design, development, and deployment of application software at scale• Strong attention to detail, problem investigation and diagnostic skills• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing• Good organizational skills and forward planning ability• Self-Motivated and team player.

Minimum Qualifications:Must meet one of the following requirements:• Bachelor's degree in information technology or equivalent work Experience• At least 5 years of progressive experience with the concepts, philosophies, and tools behind the design of applications, solution architecture, and underlying information technologies on AWS/Public Cloud

Preferred Qualifications:(Preference will be given to candidates who, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience):• AWS Certified Solutions Architect• Experience with Azure is a Plus• Experience with state and local Government is a plus• Enterprise-wide integration experience• One or more of the following RDBMS technologies: Oracle, MS SQL Serve, Postgress.• Experience with Java, XML, HTTP/S, FTP, Publish/subscribe mechanism, SOAP messaging, and REST Services• Familiarity with AWS networking• Knowledge of integration standards and best practices

Required/Desired Skills

SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceIT ArchitectureRequired5YearsDesign, development, and deployment of application software at scale Required7YearsAWS Cloud Architecture Required5YearsAWS Cloud Implementation Required4YearsCloud Migrations ExperienceRequired3YearsPrivate, public and hybrid cloud models (including IaaS, PaaS) Required5YearsAWS Certified Solutions Architect Highly desired0Azure Experience Desired0State & Local Government Experience Required0AWS Terraform/CloudFormation Required3YearsExperience with RDBMS solutions in AWS or Azure Desired0Questions

No.QuestionQuestion1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?Question2Please list candidate's email address.Question3Candidate must be paid AT LEAST $71.11. if selected for engagement. Candidate can be paid more; however, the SRP rate cannot exceed $96.00. Do you accept this requirement?Question4The maximum mark-up for this engagement's SRP rate is 35%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the 35% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below 35%?Question5This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you accept this requirement?Question6The selected candidate will be expected to start their engagement no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) from the client's selection date. Do you accept this requirement?Question7The client has agreed to allow the selected candidate to telecommute with a hybrid work environment. The candidate must be local to the area to report onsite as directed by the client. Do you accept this requirement?Question8In what City and State is your candidate currently located?Question9If selected and your candidate is not local, is your candidate wiling to relocate to the Atlanta area beginning Day 1?