Experienced Cloud Architect for Remote Enterprise Cloud Solutions - Microsoft Azure, AWS, and OCI Expertise

Unlock Your Potential as a Cloud Architect with AKKODIS

Join our team at AKKODIS, a leading provider of innovative technology solutions, as a seasoned Cloud Architect and embark on a challenging and rewarding journey. We're seeking a highly skilled professional to lead the design, implementation, and management of complex cloud infrastructure for a major enterprise client. This is a unique opportunity to work on a long-term contract project, with a duration of 1.5 years, and potentially beyond, as we drive digital transformation and cloud adoption for our client.

About the Role

As a Cloud Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the cloud strategy and architecture for our client's organization. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that meet the client's business needs. This is a fully remote role, with occasional onsite work possible in St. Paul, MN. You'll enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working remotely while collaborating with a talented team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement cloud migration plans, including assessment, planning, and execution, for large enterprise organizations.
• Ensure cloud solutions are secure, compliant, and meet state and federal guidelines, leveraging knowledge of cloud shared responsibility and security models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs and develop cloud solutions that meet those needs, using strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues, using strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Develop and maintain cloud monitoring and alerting solutions using tools like Azure Monitor, SCOM, or SolarWinds.
• Scripting with Python and/or PowerShell to automate cloud tasks and processes.
• Design and implement cloud IaaS and PaaS services, using Infrastructure Configuration Solutions like AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager, Terraform, or Azure Bicep.

Essential Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cloud Architect, with a strong background in designing and implementing cloud solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.

Highly Desired Skills

In addition to the essential qualifications, the following skills are highly desired:

• Experience designing enterprise cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of cloud shared responsibility and security models, with the ability to design secure cloud solutions.
• Experience with cloud migration planning, design, and process for large enterprise organizations.
• Cloud Monitoring and Alerting Solutions (Azure Monitor, SCOM, SolarWinds).
• Scripting with Python and/or PowerShell.
• Experience with Infrastructure Configuration Solutions like AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager, Terraform, or Azure Bicep.

What We Offer

At AKKODIS, we offer a competitive compensation package, with a target hourly rate of $70-$75 per hour. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan.
• Paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave, and Holiday pay, where applicable.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Company Culture

At AKKODIS, we're committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce is essential to driving creativity and success. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to considering qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Why Join Us?

As a Cloud Architect at AKKODIS, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging and complex cloud projects, collaborating with a talented team of professionals. You'll enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working remotely, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you're a motivated and experienced Cloud Architect looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together. To learn more about our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/us/candidate-privacy-policy.

We look forward to hearing from you!