Sr Cloud Architect

Duties & Responsibilities:

Summary/objective

Repairify is a leading innovator in cloud solutions, dedicated to harnessing the power of AWS to deliver unmatched efficiency, scalability, and security to our clients. Our team is at the forefront of cloud architecture, pioneering solutions that drive digital transformation across industries. Sr Cloud Architect is responsible for spearheading our cloud initiatives by leveraging advanced AWS services to architect resilient, high-performing, and cost-efficient solutions.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and robust AWS cloud architectures, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that meet business requirements..

• Lead cloud transformation projects, ensuring seamless migration of applications, data, and services to AWS environments while minimizing downtime and risk.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ensuring reproducibility and version control of cloud resources.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate and streamline operational processes using AWS native tools and third-party DevOps technologies closely related to AWS.
• Architect and optimize AWS network infrastructure for enhanced performance, security, and reliability, including VPC, Direct Connect, and Route 53 configurations.
• Implement comprehensive AWS security strategies encompassing IAM, KMS, Security Groups, and AWS Shield to safeguard applications and data.
• Drive AWS cost optimization initiatives through meticulous analysis, budgeting, and implementation of cost-saving measures without compromising on performance or security.
• Design and deploy AWS monitoring, reporting, and alerting frameworks using AWS CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, and third-party tools to ensure operational excellence.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation and architectural diagrams (using tools like Lucidchart) to ensure clarity and consistency in solution design and implementation.
• Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover all possible activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or 6+ years work experience equivalent
• Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of cloud infrastructure
• Experience in hybrid infrastructure with solutions in Azure, AWS, and on-prem
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in designing and deploying solutions on AWS, with a strong portfolio of successful cloud projects
• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager, or similar technologies
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional and other relevant AWS certifications
• Proficient with AWS services related to computing, networking, security, and management (EC2, S3, IAM, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation, etc.)
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools closely related to AWS, including CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration (EKS, ECS), and configuration management
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor) and logging frameworks to ensure the availability and performance of cloud resources
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of AWS networking and security best practices
• Proven track record in AWS cost management and optimization strategies
• Familiarity with Cloud backup and recovery software and methodologies
• Great at organizing, prioritizing and multitasking
• Proficiency in creating architectural diagrams using Lucidchart or similar tools

Supervisory responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers.

Physical demands

Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 5 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment.

Travel required

This position may require travel.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

N/A