AWS Cloud Architect/Engineer

Introduction

The AWS Cloud Architect/Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing cloud architecture solutions, primarily on Amazon Web Services (AWS). They will work closely with engineering teams to modernize applications, define cloud governance configurations, and support hybrid cloud integrations. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure security, compliance, and optimization of cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Architecture Standards, Patterns & Modernization Frameworks
  • Develop, publish, and maintain application and integration architecture standards.
  • Create reusable modernization patterns (microservices, APIs, event-driven, containerization).
  • Contribute to reference architectures and ensure consistency across engineering teams.
  • Support solution architects and delivery teams in applying approved standards.
• Application Modernization Execution
  • Design modernization paths for legacy applications: rehost, replatform, refactor, retire.
  • Architect cloud-native and hybrid solutions primarily on AWS.
  • Work hands-on with engineering teams during design, PoCs, and early build phases.
  • Guide workload decomposition, domain boundaries, service design, and modernization roadmaps.
• Cloud Architecture & Platform Enablement
  • Build and evolve AWS landing zone components and cloud governance configurations.
  • Define infrastructure, integration, API, and data patterns for cloud adoption.
  • Support hybrid cloud integrations with Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform where applicable.
  • Evaluate new cloud capabilities (AI, observability, DevSecOps, automation tools).
• Application Portfolio Management & Rationalization
  • Perform architecture-led assessments using frameworks such as TIME or 6R.
  • Identify consolidation, migration, and retirement opportunities to reduce redundancy.
  • Partner with ServiceNow APM/CMDB to ensure accurate application inventory and lifecycle data.
  • Develop architecture metrics and dashboards supporting modernization progress.
• Technical Debt Analysis & Remediation Support
  • Maintain application-level technical debt insights across the portfolio.
  • Partner with product teams to prioritize remediation aligned with risk, business value, and modernization sequencing.
  • Provide guidance on remediation strategies, patterns, and target-state architecture alignment.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation Enablement
  • Contribute to IaC templates using Terraform, Bicep/ARM, or Pulumi.
  • Support CI/CD pipeline architecture using GitLab.
  • Partner with DevOps teams to apply automation and configuration management practices.
• Security, Compliance & Optimization
  • Apply cloud security best practices and integrate IAM/RBAC, network security, and Key Vault usage into designs.
  • Ensure alignment with regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Support cloud cost optimization efforts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with various teams such as DevOps, Networking, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Finance, and Procurement.
  • Translate complex modernization concepts into clear, actionable guidance for business and technical stakeholders.
  • Participate in strategic planning, cloud strategy working sessions, and solution design workshops.

Requirements

Required Skills: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Architecture, Communication, Finance, Integration Architecture, Network Security, Microservices, Migration, PaaS, Regulatory Compliance, Service Design, Strategic Planning

Preferred Skills: Artificial Intelligence, ARM, GitLab, ISO/IEC 27001:2005, Jenkins, Software Design, Roadmaps, Continuous Delivery