Cloud Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Cloud Architect for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC and Plano, TX. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This role is responsible for defining the architectural vision and leading the design of complex, end-to-end infrastructure technology solutions. The architect will work with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical designs for servers, networks, storage, and cloud platforms. This position requires a technology subject matter expert who can communicate complex solutions to diverse audiences and ensure alignment with enterprise strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Define an architectural vision and solution aligned to the enterprise architecture strategy, technology, and platform choices
• Lead and/or participate in the design, development, and implementation of complex system engineering activities
• Partner with Program Managers, Project Managers, and SMEs to create business requirements for technology solutions
• Translate technical requirements into Low Level Design (LLD) and High Level Design (HLD) solutions
• Partner with technology infrastructure subject matter experts (SMEs) to produce design solutions that meet business requirements
• Ensure architecture is flexible, modular, and designed to adapt easily while adhering to enterprise standards
• Perform design and code reviews to ensure all non-functional requirements for a solution are sufficiently met (e.g., security, performance, scalability, reliability)
• Clarify the architecture and assist with system design for development teams to support implementation

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of Enterprise-level design experience
• Extensive experience in some or all of Distributed Operating Systems, Databases, Middleware, Mainframe, and Data Networks
• Experience with large-scale, complex projects
• DevOps experience
• Ability to create end-to-end infrastructure solutions
• Knowledge of database technologies and interfaces
• Understanding of Cloud and Cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Understanding of network infrastructure ( TCP/IP, DNS, Load-balancers, Firewalls)
• Ability to create conceptual infrastructure designs using MS Visio
• Customer service-focused, with strong communications, self-starter, and influencing skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead the design (Analyze) phase of a project

Desired skills:

• Software Developer experience
• Experience providing end-to-end design guidance and oversight for large-scale initiatives
• Experience translating product roadmaps and key technical strategies
• Oracle Cloud or AWS solution experience
• Experience migrating applications to containers
• Experience with tools like Autosys, Splunk, Wireshark, WinSCP, or OpenSSH

Pay range: $58.00 - $66.00 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.