Subject Matter Expert

**Job Summary**:
The Cloud Subject Matter Expert (SME) will be responsible for providing expertise and guidance on cloud computing technologies, ensuring the effective implementation and management of cloud infrastructure, and driving innovation through cloud solutions. The Cloud SME will work closely with IT teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to design, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient cloud environments.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Cloud Architecture & Design**:
o Develop and design hybrid cloud reference architecture and define target state cloud architecture.

o Design and implement cloud architecture solutions to meet organizational needs, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness. o Collaborate with enterprise architects and IT teams to integrate cloud solutions with existing infrastructure.

o Experience with private and public cloud architectures, microservices architecture, and hybrid cloud integration.
- **Implementation & Migration**:
o Lead cloud migration projects, including planning, execution, and post-migration support.

o Develop and execute migration strategies based on detailed analysis, using workload migration automation tools.
- **Cloud Management & Optimization**:
o Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and availability.

o Implement best practices for cloud management, including cost management, security policies, and resource optimization.

o Conduct regular assessments and audits of cloud environments
- **Technical Support & Troubleshooting**:
o Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for cloud-related issues.

o Act as a point of escalation for complex cloud problems.
- **Security & Compliance**:
o Ensure cloud solutions comply with security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
- **Innovation & Continuous Improvement**:
o Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in cloud computing.

o Recommend and implement innovative cloud solutions to enhance business operations.

o Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cloud performance and efficiency.
- **Mentorship**:
o Provide mentorship to team and stakeholders on cloud technologies and best practices.

o Develop documentation and relevant materials to support cloud initiatives.
- **Collaboration & Communication**:
o Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive cloud solutions.

o Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into cloud solutions.

o Confidently articulate all aspects of solutions and persuasively communicate value to clients.

o Manage client interactions, requirement gathering discussions, and influence client evaluation criteria and decision-making.
- **Technical Skills**:
o In-depth knowledge of cloud architecture, services, and deployment models.

o Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

o Proficiency with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.

o Strong understanding of networking, virtualization, and storage in cloud environments.

o Familiarity with DevOps and Agile methodologies, processes, and tools such as CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes.

o Coding experience in languages like Java, Python, NodeJS, Bash.

o Hands-on experience in setting up and using DevOps-related tools and processes.
- **Certifications**:
o Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Certified, or similar.

o Terraform Certified (Good to have).
- **Soft Skills**:
o Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

o Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills.

o Ability to work independently and as part of a team. o Strong project management and organizational skills.

o Ability to work with geographically dispersed teams and possess cross-cultural competence.

o Proactiveness and a passion for learning new technologies.

o A strong stage presence and ability to manage client interactions and discussions.

o A strong motivator with prominent levels of energy.
- **Work Environment**:
o This position may require occasional travel to support cloud initiatives and attend conferences or training sessions.

o The role typically involves working in an office environment