AWS Cloud Architect

The Cloud Architect is a software architect that is focused on cloud native/optimized software solutions. This individual plays a key role in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions to meet our organization's business objectives. This includes designing and implementing new cloud-native applications leveraging best practices and architectural patterns. It also includes evaluating existing on-premises applications and infrastructure and developing SaaS migration strategies that optimize cost-effectiveness, performance, and reliability. The Cloud Architect is responsible for the creation, maintenance and promotion of technical roadmaps that align with the company's business and overall SaaS strategy. These individuals play a key role in the sale and adoption of our technology roadmap. The Cloud Architect is viewed as a visionary who can address immediate business and technology problems in a way that results in the development of a sustainable application.

Note: This is a hybrid position that requires the candidate to come into the Plano, TX office at least 2 days a week.

Responsibilties

• Designing cloud-based solutions that meet business and technical requirements while leveraging best practices and architectural patterns, and ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Evaluating existing on-premises systems and building roadmaps to transition them to being cloud optimized (i.e. breaking apart the monolith, leveraging cloud-native technologies and design patterns, cost optimizations, etc.).
• Developing cloud migration strategies and roadmaps, including detailed migration plans and timelines.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define cloud adoption strategies, governance policies, and security controls.
• Leading technical discussions and providing guidance on cloud architecture and design principles to development teams.
• Automating deployment, configuration, and management tasks using infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools and practices.
• Building solutions to effectively monitor and optimize cloud resources to ensure cost-effectiveness, performance, and reliability.
• Implementing cloud security best practices and compliance standards, ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance.
• Staying current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on our organization's cloud strategy.
• Working with the Courts & Justice the leadership team to prioritize projects necessary to further advance our position as a leading SaaS solutions provider.

Work with our integrated solutions that help courts and public safety organizations of all sizes better protect and serve the public. By helping provide solutions that improve efficiency and response time, you can help serve our citizens and make communities safer.

Location
Plano, Texas

Travel
0-5%

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, or comparable work experience.
• 10+ years of software development experience of enterprise applications.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of software development practices, computer science theory, and understanding of relevant technologies.
• Strong experience (5+ years) designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions on platforms such AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles, including microservices, containerization, serverless computing, networking, data storage, and DevOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-native development frameworks and tools, such as AWS services like RDS, Lambda, SNS, SQS, Dynamo DB, ElastiCache, Cognito, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices, encryption methods, identity, and access management (IAM).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a fast paced, technical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude.

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