AWS Cloud Architect

Job Description Role: AWS Cloud Development Lead /Asso. Architect Experience: 8+ years Location: Hyderabad Fission Labs, Headquartered in Sunnyvale, with offices in Dallas & Hyderabad, Fission Labs is a leading software development company, specializing in crafting flexible, agile, and scalable solutions that propel businesses forward. With a comprehensive range of services, including product development, cloud engineering, big data analytics, QA, DevOps consulting, and AI/ML solutions, we empower clients to achieve sustainable digital transformation that aligns seamlessly with their business goals. Role Overview We are seeking a hands-on AWS Lead / Associate Architect with a strong development background in Java, .NET, or Python, capable of designing and implementing secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud solutions. This role requires deep technical ownershipfrom architecture to deploymentand the ability to mentor teams in modern application and cloud-native design patterns. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture & Design: - Architect and design AWS-based solutions leveraging services such as ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, CloudFront, DynamoDB, RDS, and more. - Define and implement cloud application and integration patterns aligned with microservices and event-driven principles. Hands-On Development - Actively contribute to codebases in Java, .NET, or Python, ensuring architecture translates into clean, maintainable, production-grade implementations. - Build APIs, microservices, and automation scripts with modern frameworks (Spring Boot, .NET Core, FastAPI, Flask). DevOps & Automation - Design CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline. - Leverage Terraform / CloudFormation for infrastructure provisioning and automation. Performance, Security, And Compliance - Ensure AWS workloads meet security, scalability, and cost optimization best practices (Well-Architected Framework). - Implement governance through IAM policies, GuardDuty, Config Rules, and encryption standards. Collaboration & Leadership - Work closely with product owners, architects, and cross-functional engineering teams across time zones. - Mentor developers and guide them through cloud-native refactoring and modernization efforts. Continuous Innovation - Research and propose new AWS technologies and patterns (e.g., Bedrock, SageMaker, EventBridge) to drive innovation. Required Skills - Strong AWS expertise with proven hands-on experience in architecting cloud-native applications. - Solid programming foundation in one or more major languages: Java (Spring Boot), .NET Core (C#), or Python (Flask/FastAPI). - Experience with serverless computing (Lambda, Step Functions), containerization (ECS, EKS, Docker), and managed databases (RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora). - Familiarity with API design, microservices, and asynchronous messaging patterns (SQS, SNS, Kafka). - Working knowledge of data pipelines, ETL, or analytics services (Glue, Athena, Redshift) is a plus. - Exposure to DevOps pipelines, infrastructure as code, and CI/CD orchestration. - Understanding of security and compliance frameworks (HIPAA, SOC2, GDPR) is desirable. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - 8-12 years of professional experience, with at least 4+ years in AWS cloud architecture and prior development experience in Java, .NET, or Python. - AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate/Professional preferred. You Would Enjoy - Opportunity to work on technical challenges with global impact. - Vast opportunities for self-development, including online university access and sponsored certifications. - Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons to foster innovation and learning. - Generous benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, flexible work hours, and more. - Supportive work environment with forums to explore passions beyond work. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions while advancing their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment.