Cloud Architect

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Cloud Architect

Portsmouth, New Hampshire (Hybrid), Remote (U.S.

-based candidates working EST hours), United Kingdom or Slovenia

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are in search of an experienced, English-speaking Cloud Architect with a strong technical background. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cloud infrastructure in both AWS and Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborating closely with our development and operations teams, you will ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our cloud-hosted solutions. This position demands an in-depth understanding of cloud technologies and best practices, as well as the ability to drive innovation and efficiency in our cloud deployments.

The ideal Cloud Architect is a team player who has a deep understanding of cloud technologies and is passionate about staying up to date with the latest developments in AWS and Azure. You will not only keep yourself informed but also share your knowledge and enthusiasm with others to enhance our cloud applications and maintain a dependable and secure cloud infrastructure.

The role requires a willingness to take on substantial responsibilities within our cloud environments.

As a part of the Cloud Operations team, the Cloud Architect may occasionally provide expertise to address complex issues and collaborate with the QA and Development teams to continuously enhance infrastructure and applications. Your main focus will be on building and maintaining reliable cloud infrastructure and services, managing highly available and scalable solutions that our Loftware customers depend on.

This presents a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that is evolving our solutions for various cloud platforms and sharing your expertise with others.

• Lead the design and architecture of our cloud solutions in AWS and Microsoft Azure, ensuring they align with business goals. Create detailed cloud infrastructure plans adhering to best practices and standards.
• Develop and implement robust security measures for cloud environments, including access control, encryption, and compliance with industry standards and regularly review and update security policies.
• Ensure our cloud solutions are scalable to handle growing workloads efficiently. Monitor and analyze cloud performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks and optimizing resource usage.
• Work closely with our development and QA teams to provide input and guidance on enhancing our applications for the AWS and Azure cloud environments. Clearly communicate cloud architecture plans and best practices to team members and stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in AWS and Azure, as well as emerging cloud technologies. Identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency improvements in cloud deployments and make recommendations for adoption.
• Design and implement high-availability solutions to ensure business-critical applications are always accessible. Develop disaster recovery plans and procedures to mitigate potential disruptions.
• Provide expertise to support the cloud operations team for complex technical issues related to cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance and Development teams to diagnose and resolve cloud-related problems.

• 8+ years od relevant experience as a Cloud Architect
• AWS or Azure cloud architecture and engineering
• Cloud networking design and security
• Architecting security controls for the cloud
• Architectural diagramming
• Linux, Windows
• Postgres, MSSQL
• Kubernetes
• Python, Java, Bash, Powershell
• IAC - Terraform, Terragrunt
• Ansible

• Working for the undisputed global leader in a business-critical industry offers unparalleled possibilities.
• Our team is made up of the most talented, curious, and inspiring people in their fields, each bringing something unique to the table.
• We use the power of the global team.
• We set you up for success. We offer comprehensive training to all employees and place…