Cloud Platform Architect

DescriptionA client with Kforce is seeking a Cloud Platform Architect to join their team. This is a hybrid opportunity with 3 days onsite in Altamonte Springs, FL.Summary:This role supports a major digital and AI transformation initiative, focused on creating future-state data solutions, modernizing the data environment, and enabling AI-driven capabilities across the organization. The individual will help define architecture, design scalable solutions, and support the organization's data and AI strategy.Key Responsibilities:* Cloud Platform Architect will design and architect solutions end-to-end, from concept through implementation* Build and implement frameworks, standards, and reusable patterns* Serve as a hands-on architect who can both perform technical work and guide/develop other team members* Create future-state data architecture and tools that support AI transformation, coding factory initiatives, and innovation labs* As a Cloud Platform Architect, you will help future-proof the organization's data platform and technology landscape* Lead solution architecture efforts while collaborating with engineering and development teamsRequirements* Bachelor's degree is required* At least one certification is required; Microsoft Fundamentals certifications (Azure Fundamentals, AI Fundamentals, Data Fundamentals, Security Fundamentals)* Comparable AWS certifications may also be acceptable* Required technical skills: Snowflake or similar; Python; Azure Data Factor or AWS Glue; Blob, Keyvault; SQL* Hands-on technical experience, not just strategic architecture* Strong architecture experience with demonstrated ownership of designing and implementing solutions from start to finish* Experience with data platforms, big data, and modern data solutions* AI-related experience is highly desirable, particularly implementing AI-enabled solutions end-to-end* Candidates do not necessarily need extensive enterprise-scale architecture experience if they have strong solution design and implementation experienceNon-Technical Requirements:* Strong communication skills* Organization & time management skills* Documentation/Best Practices* Creative & Problem-solving mindset* Proactive ownership & adaptability* Availability & work hours: 9AM to 5PM EasternJob TypeContractCompensation55 - $70