Cloud Architect

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Cloud Architectto join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title:
Cloud Architect

Job

Position Type:
Full Time

Location:
Onsite

Mandatory Skills

• Strong expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, Cloud Front, etc.).
• Proficiency in networking, security, and system design.
• Hands‑on experience with Dev Ops tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash).

Job Summary

An AWS Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS). They act as the technical leader for cloud adoption, guiding organizations through architecture decisions, migration strategies, and optimization of cloud infrastructure.

Develop scalable, resilient, and secure AWS cloud architectures.

Define best practices for cloud adoption and migration.

Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies when required.

Lead the deployment of applications and workloads on AWS.

Automate infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS Cloud Formation).

Ensure high availability and disaster recovery strategies.

Implement AWS security best practices (IAM, encryption, monitoring).

Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).

Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.

Monitor cloud usage and optimize resource allocation.

Implement cost‑saving strategies (reserved instances, autoscaling).

Provide recommendations for performance improvements.

Work closely with Dev Ops, engineering, and business teams.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Act as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders.

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Experience: 5+ years in cloud architecture, with at least 3 years in AWS.

Technical

Skills:

• Strong expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, Cloud Front, etc.).
• Proficiency in networking, security, and system design.
• Hands‑on experience with Dev Ops tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash).

Certifications (preferred)

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty

Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Pay Range Minimum: $155000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $240000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to  for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program;

401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries.

We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.