IT Architect - Cloud

About the Role As a Cloud Architect, you will work closely with the Director of IT Architecture and fellow architects to establish, evolve, and govern HDR’s cloud architecture. You will partner with operational technology leaders, corporate IT teams, and business stakeholders to design secure, scalable, and cost‑efficient cloud solutions that support HDR’s long‑term business strategy. This is a strategic architecture role, not a software development or cloud engineering position. You will influence decisions, design target‑state architectures, shape governance frameworks, and guide teams as HDR continues expanding its cloud capabilities. What You’ll Do Architecture & Strategy Lead the design of enterprise cloud architectures with a focus on Azure‑first solutions across identity, networking, security, governance, FinOps, automation, and platform services. Define and maintain reference architectures, standards, patterns, and guardrails to guide cloud adoption across HDR. Develop and communicate cloud roadmaps aligned to HDR’s broader technology vision and business objectives. Provide architectural leadership for modernization initiatives, including application migration, platform evolution, and infrastructure transformation. Governance & Oversight Build and contribute to governance programs ensuring cloud solutions are secure, compliant, cost‑optimized, and aligned with HDR architecture principles. Review proposed cloud solutions to ensure adherence to architectural standards and best practices. Serve as a subject‑matter expert to IT Operations, Security, and other corporate technology teams. Collaboration & Leadership Influence Advise operational leaders and technical teams on solving systemic challenges and improving cloud maturity. Work across diverse teams to translate complex requirements into actionable, architecture‑aligned solutions. Create and deliver presentations, architectural documentation, and decision frameworks for technical and non‑technical audiences. Partner with operations teams to build transition plans and ensure long‑term sustainability of solutions you design. What This Role Is / Is Not Not a software development or application architect role Not a hands‑on DevOps, SRE, or cloud engineering position Not a junior or entry‑level engineering role Not focused solely on operating existing cloud workloads This role IS: architectural, strategic, cross‑functional, and enterprise level; focused on cloud foundations, governance, modernization, and long‑term strategy; suited for someone who thrives in designing and guiding—not exclusively building—solutions. Preferred Qualifications Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification equivalent, or ability to obtain certification is required. Demonstratable in‑depth technical knowledge in cloud technologies (PaaS, IaaS, SaaS, serverless), particularly Azure. This role is ineligible for visa sponsorship. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, related technical area, or relevant combination of education and experience Minimum of 7 years experience in analysis, design, implementation, and planning for technology systems In‑depth technical knowledge of infrastructure technologies Systems requirements gathering and execution into applicable solutions Creative problem solving Ability to evaluate new technologies or concepts and apply them to the big‑picture technology service needs of HDR Broad technology experience in infrastructure technologies, including personal computer hardware, servers, operating systems, supporting technologies (such as anti‑virus, software deployment, remote control), software configurations, and general networking fundamentals Knowledge and experience in an architecture and engineering environment Ability to plan and manage design and implementation of complex infrastructure technology systems Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must Compensation & Benefits Expected compensation range: Chicago, IL – $110,726.00 – $158,180.00; Denver, CO – $110,726.00 – $158,180.00. The range depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Primary Location: United States – Nebraska – Omaha. Other Locations: United States – Missouri – Kansas City, United States – Texas – Dallas, United States – Colorado – Denver, United States – Texas – Fort Worth, United States – Illinois – Chicago. Industry: IT; Schedule: Full‑time; Employee Status: Regular. Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR