Cloud Architect

AWS Cloud Architect

Pune, India

Job Summary:
We are looking for an AWS Cloud Architect with excellent knowledge in AWS cloud networking, cloud security, and cloud migration strategies. You will be responsible for designing and implementing AWS-based solutions that are highly available, scalable, and secure, while also providing leadership during the migration of critical workloads from on-premises to AWS.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement AWS cloud architectures with a focus on cloud networking, security, and migration.

Lead cloud migration efforts, including evaluating on-premises environments, identifying potential challenges, and executing migration strategies for workloads moving to AWS.

Provide strategic guidance on the selection and integration of AWS networking services (VPC, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, etc.).

Implement and manage AWS security services (IAM, KMS, Shield, WAF, etc.) to ensure compliance with industry best practices and security frameworks.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, infrastructure, and security teams, to ensure seamless integration of solutions.

Perform cloud cost optimization and provide recommendations to improve performance and reduce expenses on AWS.

Develop and maintain detailed documentation of architecture, migration plans, and security practices.

Monitor and manage cloud performance, availability, and security post-deployment.

Work directly with clients to assess their cloud needs and recommend solutions to meet their business objectives.

Stay up-to-date with the latest AWS offerings, industry trends, and best practices in cloud technologies.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, with a strong emphasis on networking, security, and cloud migration.

In-depth knowledge of AWS services, including but not limited to VPC, EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, Route 53, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, and CloudFormation.

Strong experience in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and highly available cloud architectures.

Extensive experience with AWS migration tools and methodologies (e.G., AWS Migration Hub, Server Migration Service, Database Migration Service).

Expertise in cloud networking (VPC design, peering, VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, etc.).

Deep understanding of AWS security best practices (IAM, KMS, Shield, WAF, etc.) and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).

Hands-on experience in automating cloud deployments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.

Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or PowerShell for automation tasks.

AWS Certified Solutions Architect ¿ Professional certification (or equivalent).

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills Required

Technical | Infrastructure | Cloud | AWS Solution Architecture

Education/Qualification

BE/BTECH/MCA

Years Of Exp

8 to 12 years

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in multi-cloud environments and hybrid cloud strategies.

Knowledge of other cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Oracle Cloud.

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS ECS/EKS.

Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Strong project management and leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

Key Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to drive initiatives independently.

Passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with cloud technologies.