Cloud Services Solution Architect

About Bluestaq
At Bluestaq, we're not just another tech company-we're a mission-driven team of innovators, problem-solvers, and trailblazers. Whether supporting space exploration, defense systems, global alliances, government initiatives, healthcare advancements, or commercial breakthroughs, our work spans industries that shape the future. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly become a leader in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A nod to our roots-"blue" (military shorthand for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).

Recognized Excellence
We don't just talk about excellence-we deliver it. Bluestaq has earned national recognition as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and is consistently ranked among Colorado's Best Workplaces. Whether we're supporting national security, enabling healthcare advancements, or driving commercial innovation, we're committed to building data management solutions that matter.

Join the Mission
Ready to push boundaries with tech that transforms industries? At Bluestaq, we engineer secure, scalable data ecosystems for space, defense, healthcare, and beyond. Join us to tackle mission-critical challenges, protect the world's most valuable data, and build what's next. Let's make extraordinary possible - together.

Cloud Services Solution Architect 

About the Role
Bluestaq is seeking a Cloud Services Solutions Architect to design, develop, and deploy cloud-native solutions that rely heavily on AWS infrastructure and services. This role blends solutions-architecture thinking with hands-on engineering depth, particularly in cloud services, infrastructure, and software development. 

You will work closely with engineering, product, and customer stakeholders to design end-to-end solutions—from requirements and architecture through implementation and deployment. While not a security specialist role, this position requires building systems with security, resilience, and scalability in mind from the ground up. 

Responsibilities 

• Design/architect cloud-native/hybrid solutions and lead migrations from legacy systems to AWS, embedding IaC, CI/CD pipelines, and self-healing capabilities from day one. 
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, maintainable solution architectures 
• Collaborate with software engineers to design systems with a strong emphasis on Java-based services, APIs, and backend integration 
• Develop solutions that incorporate containerized workloads using Docker and orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes) 
• Partner with infrastructure and platform teams to design reliable networking, storage, and compute architectures 
• Guide teams through architectural decisions related to performance, scalability, reliability, and cost optimization 
• Ensure solutions are designed with security best practices, compliance considerations, and operational resilience in mind 
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide technical leadership across solution lifecycles 
• Stay current with emerging AWS services, cloud patterns, and AI/ML-enabled solution capabilities 
• Leverages AI agents (Claude Code, AWS Bedrock) for IaC automation, code reviews, and cloud-native DevSecOps workflows. 
• Contribute to internal architecture standards, reference designs, and best practices 
• Owns system-level architecture for one or more products with limited oversight.  
• Drives architectural decisions through design reviews, diagrams, RFCs, and guardrails that teams can execute against. 
• Mentors engineers on architectural thinking, not just local design.  
• Represents architecture in customer meetings, technical demos, and risk reviews. 

 Required Qualifications 

• Deep understanding of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC, etc.). 
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and deploying commercial solutions on AWS 
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, including compute, networking, storage, and IAM 
• Hands-on software development experience, with a strong preference for Java-based backend systems 
• Experience designing and working with containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes, or similar) 
• Familiarity with cloud-native design patterns, microservices, and API-driven architectures 
• Ability to operate at a solutions-architect level, connecting technical decisions to business outcomes 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering and non-technical stakeholders 

 Preferred Qualifications 

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional or Associate) 
• Experience with AI-enabled or data-driven cloud solutions 
• Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code tools 
• Experience supporting or designing systems in regulated, high-reliability, or mission-critical environments 

Required Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, cloud services, or solution architecture roles 

Required Education:  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience) 

Clearance Requirement: This position may require the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance. To be eligible for a security clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check. Eligibility for a TS/SCI Clearance will be assessed as part of the onboarding process or based on programmatic needs.

Why Colorado Springs?

• Tech Talent Hotspot - Ranked #2 up-and-coming tech market in North America by CBRE
• Top Place to Live - Named #3 Best Place to Live in the U.S. and Most Desirable City overall by U.S. News
• Neighborly Spirit - Recognized as America's Most Neighborly City for community engagement and quality of life.
• Active Lifestyle Hub - Top 5 for hiking and fitness, blending outdoor recreation and wellness
• Pet-Friendly Leader - Ranked #1 Most Pet-Friendly City in the U.S for furry, scaly, and feathery friends.
• Women's Workforce Haven - Ranked #6 Best City for Women in the Workforce by Checkr (2025), highlighting earning potential and female leadership opportunities.

With 300 days of sunshine and the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop, Colorado Springs offers the perfect mix of urban energy and outdoor adventure.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Date the Position Closes: Applications will be accepted for 60 days beyond the posting date, or until the position is filled, whichever comes first.

Salary Range (CO)

$200,000 - $315,000 USD