Cloud Solutions Architect

Technical Recruiter at Allied Consultants Allied Consultants, Inc is a proudly Austin based firm with over 34 years of experience delivering top‑tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to play a key role within a high‑impact technical services team. Work Location: Austin, TX. Candidates must be and live within a 50 mile radius. Hybrid: 3 days remote with 2 days (Mon & Wed) onsite. Responsibilities The cloud architect is responsible for the cloud computing initiatives within an organization and for directing the architectural aspects of a cloud brokering team across all aspects of IT and the business. Responsible for the planning and engineering of an organization’s cloud computing infrastructure and applications. Implements and designs hardware and software. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of cloud technology, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). Design, develop and maintain cloud application architecture that aligns with business goals and technical requirements. Design scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure that ensures best practices in cloud architecture. Assess the current infrastructure and identify components suitable for cloud migration; develop a comprehensive migration strategy, including timelines and resource allocation. Implement and validate the migration, ensuring data integrity and system functionality. Ensure cloud architecture complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Implement security measures to protect data and applications in the cloud. Monitor cloud system performance and identify areas for improvement. Implement solutions to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions. Provide guidance and support to other IT team members on cloud technologies and best practices. Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends. Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in cloud architecture and services. Guide technical and business decision‑makers on AI/Machine Learning/Deep Learning and generative AI projects, helping to map Azure, Google and AWS services. Analyze the services to extract technical and business insights that drive reference architectures, runbooks, and training content. Qualifications 10 years of experience architecting enterprise application solutions across on‑premises and cloud infrastructure. 8 years of experience: Architecting solutions in one or more of the cloud platforms: GCP and AWS. Architecting solutions that utilize fit‑for‑purpose service models such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Experience in all phases of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning solutions using AWS or Google technologies. Preferred: 8 years of experience: Strong understanding of virtual networks, VPNs, DNS, load balancers, and firewalls. Understanding of cloud security frameworks, encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, etc. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. Proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, C#, and scripting languages for automation. Knowledge of API design, development, and management, including RESTful and SOAP APIs. Knowledge of microservices, serverless architectures, and cloud‑native application development. Ability to analyze and optimize cloud costs while maintaining performance and reliability. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate cloud strategies and solutions to stakeholders. Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams, including developers, administrators, and business leaders. Skills in monitoring and analyzing system performance to ensure optimal cloud operations. 6 years of experience with AWS technologies like Bedrock, SageMaker, Redshift, EC2, Data Pipeline, Kinesis and EMR. 6 years of experience with AI services like Transcribe or Google technologies like Vertex AI platform, Agent Builder, and other toolsets. 1 year of cloud certification: e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect. Overview Highly competitive pay rates Local support staff for responsive, personal service Medical insurance (with employer cost sharing) Life insurance 401(K) plan with company match Flexible spending through a cafeteria plan Allied Consultants is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr