About The OpportunityWe're looking for a Principal Cloud Consultant who will drive our cloud practice forward and help us deliver exceptional results for our clients. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys getting hands-on with technology while also diving deep into complex business challenges and translating technical solutions into compelling business value that keeps customers coming back.You'll be the bridge between our technical teams and our clients' leadership, designing solutions that scale and presenting strategies that win. Think hands-on technical expertise meets strategic consulting, with plenty of variety to keep things interesting.What You'll Be DoingTechnical Leadership & InnovationArchitect and implement robust cloud solutions on AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud environments that perform at scaleCollaborate directly with our Cloud Systems Engineering teams on our on-going projectsLead cloud transformation projects from strategy through executionIdentify operational gaps and build automation frameworks from inception to implementation that reduce cognitive load and eliminate manual processesHelp solving challenging technical problems that push the boundaries of what's possibleEnsure all solutions meet security and compliance standards without compromising performanceClient Strategy & EngagementWork directly with C-suite executives and key client stakeholders to understand their business goals and technical challengesTransform complex technical concepts into clear business narratives that drive decision-makingLead discovery workshops and architectural planning sessions with key stakeholdersBuild trusted relationships that extend beyond individual projectsGuide clients through their cloud journey with strategic recommendations and practical next stepsBusiness Growth & Thought LeadershipDrive the technical aspects of high-value proposal responses and RFP processesCollaborate with sales teams to develop winning strategies for competitive opportunitiesPresent technical solutions and demonstrations that showcase our capabilitiesContribute to thought leadership content (our CTO office) and represent the company at industry eventsHelp shape our service offerings based on market trends and client feedbackWhat We're Looking ForCore Experience:Extensive hands-on cloud engineering and architecture experience - if you're not excited about writing Infrastructure as Code and testing prototypes, this role isn't for youExperience in client-facing rolesProven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex, multi-stakeholder projectsExperience with both greenfield implementations and large-scale migrations (brown field)Technical ExpertiseDeep proficiency in AWS, Microsoft Azure, or hybrid cloud architectures - think designing, building, and security-approving production applications that scale beautifully under pressureStrong background in infrastructure automation, CI/CD, and modern DevOps practices - think turning manual chaos into elegant, self-healing systems that deploy flawlesslyKnowledge of cloud security frameworks and compliance requirementsUnderstanding of cost optimization strategies and cloud financial managementFamiliarity with monitoring, observability, and incident response best practicesCommunication & Business SkillsExcellent presentation skills with experience speaking to technical and executive audiencesStrong written communication abilities, especially for proposals and technical documentationNatural curiosity about business challenges and how technology can solve themCollaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across different teams and disciplinesExperience managing stakeholder expectations and navigating complex organizational dynamicsLanguages:Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essentialCertifications:Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS certifications) are highly desirableWhy Join Us?Professional Growth:Leading-edge projects with recognizable clientsConference speaking opportunities and thought leadership developmentGenerous professional development budget for training and certificationsWork-Life Balance:Flexible remote work options with collaborative in-person timeComprehensive health coverThe Work Environment:Collaborative culture where your ideas shape our directionAccess to the latest tools and technologiesTravel opportunities (30-40%) to work directly with clientsTeam events and professional development activitiesThe Reality CheckThis role delivers serious variety and impact - one day you might be optimizing Kubernetes clusters and designing CI/CD pipelines, the next you're diving into FinOps strategies or presenting transformational cloud roadmaps to a board of directors.You'll tackle projects that genuinely move the needle, working with clients who are excited about innovation and growth, not just cutting costs.We're looking for someone who gets energized by both gnarly technical challenges and meaningful business impact, who thrives on building relationships as much as building rock-solid infrastructure, and who wants to be part of something that's scaling rapidly.Ready to make your mark in cloud consulting?
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