AWS Cloud Architect

Job Title: WS Cloud Architect Location: Milpitas CA - Onsite Duration: Contract Position Job Description: Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud Architect with 8+ years of expertise in designing, implementing, and managing large-scale cloud and hybrid environments. The candidate will lead cloud architecture strategy, design secure landing zones , and enable hybrid Kubernetes and multi-cloud integrations. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cloud architecture design across AWS and hybrid/multi-cloud environments.

• rchitect and implement cloud foundations (Landing Zone, Organizations/OUs, IAM, SSO, Transit Gateway, VPN).

• Design and implement hybrid Kubernetes clusters (EKS, EKS Anywhere, Rancher, Anthos).

• Define security, compliance, and governance frameworks (Security Hub, Inspector, KMS).

• Provide Well-Architected Reviews and recommend improvements in reliability, scalability, and cost optimization.

• Collaborate with network and security teams to ensure seamless cloud-to-on-prem connectivity.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 8+ years in cloud architecture , with strong hands-on expertise in AWS (advanced certifications preferred).

• Experience in Landing Zone, Control Tower, IAM, Transit Gateway, VPC design .

• Hands-on Kubernetes experience: EKS, EKS Anywhere, Rancher, Anthos, OpenShift .

• Strong background in hybrid and multi-cloud deployments .

• Proficiency in IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).

• Knowledge of cloud security and compliance frameworks (PCI-DSS, GDPR, HIPAA).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.