Cloud architect

Position Name : Cloud Architect
Position Title : Manager Cloud Engineering
Description :
A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, managing, and overseeing the cloud computing strategy of an organization. They ensure that the cloud infrastructure aligns with the organization s business and technical requirements. The role involves a combination of technical and strategic responsibilities, making it vital for cloud-based environments. The person MUST be hands-on on ALL required technologies.
Keywords: Azure/AWS Solution Architect, End-to-End Designing (IaaS and PaaS), Cloud Migration and modernization (Re-platform), DevOps IaC (Terraform, Azure DevOps/CFT), Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher etc.), FinOps.
Experience : 15+ years of experience
Basic Questionnaire:
# Question Must Have Nice to Have
1 Minimum 5-6 years of experience as Cloud Architect X
2 Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture X
3 Thorough & hands-on Experience in Cloud IaaS and PaaS Services (AWS or Azure) X
4 Hands-on experience in designing cloud architecture HLD, LLD X
5 Thorough experience in Cloud Managed Services, Cloud Security and Networking aspects on Cloud X
6 Thorough experience in implementation of Infra DevOps (IaC, scripting), and automation X
7 Being part of the solutioning as per customer requirements X
9 Hands-on experience in Containerization (Kubernetes, Docker, Rancher etc.) X
10 Hybrid Cloud experience X
Certifications:
1. AWS/Azure Administration certification is MUST.
2. AWS/Azure Solution Architect certification is MUST. (AZ-104, AZ-305)
3. AWS/Azure DevOps/Professional/Speciality Certification would be a plus.
Job Description:
Primary Skills :
AWS/Azure Architecture, Solution Architecture and Design, Networking & Security, and Identity Management solutions, Infrastructure as a Code IaC (Terraform, Azure DevOps/CFT), ,Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher etc.), Performance Management.
Secondary Skills:
DevOps and CI/CD, Automation & Scripting, DR/Backup, Data & Storage, Containers & Orchestration, API management and Integration Services, AI (Optional)
Key Responsibilities:
Designing Cloud Solutions:
Develop cloud architecture solutions to meet business objectives.
Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure.
Choose appropriate cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Cloud Strategy and Planning:
Define the cloud strategy and roadmap.
Identify risks, opportunities, and cloud migration strategies.
Guide teams through cloud adoption and transformation processes.
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS):
Design and implement solutions utilizing IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS based on requirements.
Manage integrations between on-premises systems and cloud services.
Security and Compliance:
Ensure that the cloud infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards.
Work with security teams to implement security best practices (e.g., encryption, IAM policies).

Collaboration:
Work closely with DevOps, security, networking, and application teams to ensure smooth deployments and operations.
Communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Cost Management:
Monitor and optimize cloud resource usage to control costs.
Implement cloud cost management strategies and tools.
Cloud Governance:
Establish and enforce policies and governance frameworks for cloud usage.
Implement monitoring and logging solutions to track cloud performance and issues.
Stay Updated with Cloud Technologies:
Keep abreast of new cloud technologies, services, and tools.
Recommend new cloud technologies to improve the business environment.