Position Details: Cloud Platform Architect

Cloud Design and Architecture Design and implement robust, scalable solutions on Azure/AWS/GCP. Develop cloud architecture strategies aligned with business objectives. Drive automation initiatives across the organization to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes. Design and oversee the implementation of infrastructure-as-code solutions (Terraform, PowerShell, Bicep). Implement automation solutions to streamline cloud Development and operations. Review/troubleshoot code for cloud-based applications and services. Collaborate with development teams to ensure architectural integrity. Design and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IAC) principles. Utilize Terraform for provisioning and managing cloud resources. Explore and implement Generative AI solutions in cloud environments. Stay current with advancements in AI and machine learning technologies. Lead efforts in resolving complex cloud-related issues. Develop and maintain troubleshooting protocols for cloud environments. Implement and maintain cloud security best practices. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations. Assess legacy applications and design application modernization strategies. Experience with Agile development, Scrum/Safe/ITIL and application lifecycle management. Contribute to the overall IT strategy and roadmap by using well defined frameworks. Automating software delivery, infrastructure changes, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). Think of tools like DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes. Focuses on system design—choosing between microservices vs. monoliths, deciding on API gateways, security patterns, or even cloud-native designs with scalability and resilience in mind. Qualifications Mandatory Skills Experience: 15+ years of experience in IT architecture, with 5+ years in cloud architecture and solution design. Should have architected/executed application migration, modernization programs with a proven track record of successful client engagements. Technical Skills: Proficiency in two or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud, etc.) Experience in architecting applications leveraging containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), Cloud native (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Hybrid / Multi-Cloud, Hardware OEMs, Network, Security, Microservices, FinOps, iPaaS and APIs, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), and CI/CD pipelines. Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles. Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to articulate technical concepts. Desired Skills: Knowledge of specific industry verticals (e.g., BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing). Technical certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert). Understanding of DevOps concepts. Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively. Cloud certifications (at least one of the following): AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Google Professional Cloud Architect Kubernetes Certified Architect (CKA) (preferred) TEPHRA