AWS Cloud Architect

1 month ago


London, United Kingdom CLS Group Full time
Job Description

Cloud Architect - AWS


Hybrid - 2 days onsite, London Canary Wharf.


Job Overview:


The AWS Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and highly available AWS cloud environments. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the successful deployment of AWS solutions.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Ability to author High Level Solution Design
  • Design and architect AWS cloud solutions based on business requirements.
  • Develop and document architecture blueprints and best practices.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
  • Automate deployment and configuration processes
  • Plan and execute the migration of on-premises applications to AWS.
  • Optimize existing AWS infrastructure for performance, cost, and security.
  • Cloud Security and Continous Compliance:
  • Implement and maintain security measures to safeguard AWS environments.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Performance Optimization:
  • Monitor and optimize the performance of AWS resources.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AWS infrastructure.
  • Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to align cloud solutions with business goals.
  • Provide technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.
  • Optimize AWS costs through effective resource utilization and budget management.
  • Recommend cost-saving strategies and identify opportunities for efficiency.
  • Stay updated on AWS services, features, and best practices.
  • Share knowledge with the team and contribute to the organization's learning culture.


Qualifications:


  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing AWS solutions.
  • AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer are highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, principles, and best practices.
  • Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, Shell).
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and security principles.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda).
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
  • Knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures.
  • Experience with AWS monitoring and logging tools.
  • Ability to assess and recommend third-party tools and services to complement AWS offerings.
  • Knowledge of 3rd party storage and firewall desired.
  • Knowledge of organizational structure within AWS, landing zone and control tower is required.
  • Stakeholder management.
  • Knowledge of cloud security.


Our extensive benefits for employees typically include:


  • Vacation/annual leave: 25 days in UK/Asia + 3 life days, 23 in US + 3 life days
  • Private medical and dental cover and life insurance
  • Generous pension contributions in the UK and Asia; matching 401(k) in the US
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Locate for your day’ hybrid working – 2 days a week in office.
  • Access to Discover – our learning platform with 1000+ courses from LinkedIn Learning.
  • Paid parental leave / Coaching and support services
  • Career development / LinkedIn Learning
  • Heads down days’ with no meetings on the last Friday of every month
  • Wellbeing / Mental health support
  • Diversity Council / Affinity groups (Women’s Forum, Black Employee Network, Pride Network, Parents & Caregivers Network, Sustainability Network)
  • Social events


Awards:

  • The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 / Big Company / The Sunday Times Awards
  • Third place in Britain’s Healthiest Workplace 2022 / Medium Company / Vitality Awards



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