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Cloud Architect

Description

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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Architect to join our technology team. As a Cloud Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions that meet the strategic and operational needs of our organization. You will work closely with stakeholders across IT, development, and business units to ensure that cloud solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and possess strong experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, and DevOps practices. You will be expected to lead the design of cloud-native applications, migration of legacy systems to the cloud, and the implementation of best practices for cloud security, cost optimization, and performance. In this role, you will also evaluate new cloud technologies, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the development of cloud governance frameworks. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include designing cloud architecture blueprints, selecting appropriate cloud services, ensuring compliance with security standards, and mentoring junior engineers. You will also collaborate with software developers to ensure that applications are designed for the cloud and support continuous integration and delivery pipelines. This is a strategic role that requires both technical expertise and the ability to align technology with business objectives. If you are passionate about cloud computing and want to make a significant impact in a dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

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  • Design and implement scalable cloud architecture solutions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud strategies
  • Lead cloud migration and modernization projects
  • Ensure cloud solutions meet security and compliance standards
  • Develop infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Optimize cloud costs and performance
  • Evaluate and integrate new cloud technologies
  • Create and maintain cloud governance frameworks
  • Support DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Mentor and guide junior cloud engineers

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture or engineering
  • Expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Strong knowledge of networking, security, and cloud services
  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools
  • Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • Cloud certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) preferred
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Potential interview questions

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  • Which cloud platforms have you worked with extensively?
  • Can you describe a cloud migration project you led?
  • How do you ensure cloud security and compliance?
  • What tools do you use for infrastructure as code?
  • How do you approach cost optimization in the cloud?
  • Have you implemented CI/CD pipelines in a cloud environment?
  • What is your experience with containerization technologies?
  • How do you stay updated with new cloud technologies?
  • Can you describe a time you resolved a major cloud-related issue?
  • What is your approach to mentoring junior engineers?