Senior Principal Cloud Architect - AWS & Service Activation-- Hybrid Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC

Req ID: 383115

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We are currently seeking a Senior Principal Cloud Architect - AWS & Service Activation-- Hybrid Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC to join our team in Irving, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Please Note: This hybrid role requires onsite client support 2-3 days weekly in either Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC. Candidates must be located within commuting distance of one of these offices. Applications from candidates outside these areas may not be considered.

Position Summary

We are seeking a  Principal Cloud Engineer to architect design, build, and operate a secure, scalable, and highly automated multi-cloud platform leveraging  Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ,  Amazon Web Services (AWS) , and  Microsoft Azure.  As a key technical leader, you will drive the evolution of our multi-cloud engineering, enabling resilient, cloud-native services that support mission-critical enterprise workloads.

This role requires deep expertise in  cloud architecture, infrastructure as code (IaC), and distributed systems engineering , with a strong focus on  Terraform-driven automation and principal engineering standardization. The ideal candidate brings  strong Kubernetes , IAM, networking, and policy management experience, along with a disciplined approach to security, reliability, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Principal Engineering, Design & Architecture

Architect, engineer, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions across  GCP and AWS, with Azure as a plus . Engineer multi-region, highly available architectures aligned with enterprise standards and best practices.

• Infrastructure Automation & IaC

Lead engineering, adoption, and development of  Terraform-based infrastructure as code , ensuring consistency, compliance, and reusability. Build and maintain modular Terraform frameworks for provisioning cloud infrastructure. Integrate IaC into CI/CD pipelines to enable fully automated provisioning and deployment workflows.

• Containerization & Kubernetes Platforms

Direct knowledge and engineering leveraging Kubernetes platforms ( EKS, GKE ) and associated ecosystems. Implementation of  container orchestration best practices including scaling, observability, and security.

• Identity, Access & Security Governance

Experienced working knowledge architecting and designing robust  IAM strategies across GCP and AWS including least-privilege access models. Implement policy frameworks for access control, resource governance, and regulatory compliance.

• Networking & Connectivity

Direct knowledge and experience architecting, designing, and engineering cloud networking solutions including  VPC/VNet design, routing, peering, VPNs, and private connectivity . Ensure secure, high-performance connectivity between cloud environments and on-premises systems.

• Policy Management & Governance

Deep understanding of policy management, policy-as-code frameworks to ensure consistent governance of resources, tagging strategies, and compliance controls. Collaboration with governance, policy, and security teams to ensure cloud environments meet enterprise and regulatory standards.

• Modernization & Mentorship

Champion cloud-native and principal engineering engineering best practices across the organization. Drive the evolution of principal engineering practice by incorporating infrastructure-as-code (IaC) principles. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership for complex cloud initiatives. Serve as an escalation point for critical cloud infrastructure and principal engineering issues.

Ideal experience to have for this role:  

Cloud Platforms & Architecture

• Extensive firsthand experience with  AWS and GCP in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in cloud architecture, including high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-region design.
• Deep understanding of cloud-native services and distributed systems principles.
• AWSControl tower and landing Zones.

Infrastructure as Code & Automation

• Advanced proficiency in  Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and lifecycle management.
• Experience designing reusable modules and managing Terraform state at scale.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tooling and Git-based workflows.

Kubernetes & Container Platforms

• Strong experience with  Kubernetes (EKS, GKE)and container ecosystems.
• Knowledge of Helm, service meshes, and container security best practices.

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Deep understanding of IAM concepts in AWS and GCP, including roles, policies, and federation.
• Experience implementing  RBAC and least-privilege access models at scale.

Networking & Core Infrastructure

• Strong knowledge of  cloud networking concepts : VPCs, subnets, routing, load balancing, DNS, and hybrid connectivity.
• Experience designing secure network architectures across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.

Policy Management & Governance

• Direct experience with  policy enforcement frameworks and governance models in AWS and GCP.
• Familiarity with policy-as-code tools and compliance automation practices.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, principal engineering, and/or cloud architecture roles.
• Hands-on expertise with AWS and GCP in enterprise environments, including high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-region architectures.
• Strong experience with Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), reusable modules, and automated CI/CD deployments.
• Proven experience designing and supporting Kubernetes platforms (EKS, GKE) and containerized environments.
• Deep knowledge of IAM, RBAC, least-privilege access models, and cloud security best practices.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, including VPCs, routing, load balancing, DNS, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity.
• Experience implementing cloud governance, policy enforcement, compliance controls, and policy-as-code frameworks.
• Experience with AWS Control Tower and Landing Zone architectures.

Highly Preferred Qualifications:

• 8-10+ years of experience engineering infrastructure in multi-cloud environments.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and container platforms such as Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, EKS, and GKE.
• Experience operating in highly regulated environments with knowledge of data privacy, compliance frameworks, and disaster recovery.
• Experience with principal engineering engineering, Internal Developer Platforms (IDPs), and self-service cloud models.
• Knowledge of FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization strategies.
• Experience with Azure and enterprise multi-cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with Helm, service meshes, and container security best practices.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect, CKA, or CKAD.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role will depend on the location of the successful candidate.

For candidates in either of these locations, the starting pay range is $150,450k - $200k.  Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. 

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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