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Title: Cloud Architect (AWS)
Location: Malvern, PA (Hybrid, 2 days onsite)
Type: Contract, 12 Months
Pay Rate: $80-110/hr
Are you passionate about shaping modern cloud ecosystems that scale and last? We're looking for a hands-on Cloud Architect to take the technical lead in building out a next-gen Cloud Infrastructure. This is a key role in a multi-year transformation program to reimagine legacy systems and deliver modern, secure, and scalable cloud-native solutions.
Title: Cloud Architect (AWS)
Location: Malvern, PA (Hybrid, 2 days onsite)
Type: Contract, 12 Months
Pay Rate: $80-110/hr
Are you passionate about shaping modern cloud ecosystems that scale and last? We're looking for a hands-on Cloud Architect to take the technical lead in building out a next-gen Cloud Infrastructure. This is a key role in a multi-year transformation program to reimagine legacy systems and deliver modern, secure, and scalable cloud-native solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead Cloud Architecture Strategy: Drive architectural planning and cloud adoption across a wide array of platforms, spanning client-facing tools, internal operations systems, and core financial platforms.
* Design & Build with AWS: Architect end-to-end solutions using core AWS services including Lambda, S3, API Gateway, EventBridge, and more. Certification in AWS architecture is a must.
* Collaborate Across Teams: Translate business goals into technical blueprints by partnering with product owners, engineers, and fellow architects across domains.
* Mentor & Guide: Set the technical direction and support development teams with architectural insight, hands-on coaching, and governance.
* Ensure Cohesiveness: Align cloud solutions with data and enterprise architecture standards to ensure consistency across systems and integrations.
* Promote Standards: Define reusable frameworks, patterns, and guardrails that improve system performance, maintainability, and security.
* Communicate Effectively: Present architectural plans, trade-offs, and technical decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Skills Needed
* Demonstrated success in cloud and solution architecture roles in large, complex environments.
* Expertise in full-stack development and cloud-first design patterns such as microservices, serverless computing, and event-driven architecture.
* Advanced experience with AWS architecture and infrastructure management. AWS Solutions Architect certification is preferred.
* Experience leading cloud architecture within digital transformation programs, preferably involving financial platforms.
* Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of engaging a wide range of stakeholders.
* Familiarity with platform integrations (Salesforce or similar) and cross-system orchestration.
* Working knowledge of CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
* Awareness of cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks.
To be considered for the role please apply online or email an updated Resume to William Barclay at Oliver James - william.barclay@oliverjames.com
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