Cloud Infrastructure Architects shape the technical vision and scalability of enterprise cloud systems, designing and implementing architecture patterns that support organizational growth. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Cloud Infrastructure Architect roles where you could lead the evolution of cloud infrastructure strategies and mentor technical teams through complex system design challenges. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity Roles of this type may sit within high-performing technology organizations where infrastructure decisions directly impact product delivery and organizational capability. These positions could involve partnering with engineering leaders, platform teams and stakeholders across the business to define cloud architecture standards, drive adoption of infrastructure-as-code practices, and guide technical teams through multi-cloud or hybrid cloud strategies. The work could span cloud platform selection, cost optimization, security architecture, and the mentoring of engineers toward advanced design patterns and operational excellence. Typical role overview

Location:

New York, New York, USA Type:

Permanent

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Full-time Salary:

$160,000 - $240,000 per annum

Domain:

Cloud Infrastructure

• Systems Architecture

• Enterprise DevOps What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Designing end-to-end cloud architecture solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud environments Defining infrastructure-as-code standards and patterns using tools such as Terraform, and guiding adoption across engineering teams Establishing cloud security architecture, cost optimization strategies, and operational resilience frameworks Leading technical design reviews and architecture decision-making for complex, distributed systems Mentoring and developing mid-level and senior engineers in cloud infrastructure, system design, and architecture thinking Collaborating with platform teams, security, and DevOps leadership to align infrastructure with organizational strategy Evaluating emerging cloud technologies and recommending adoption where they support business objectives What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 10-15 years of experience in infrastructure architecture, cloud platforms, or systems engineering 5+ years leading or mentoring technical teams through infrastructure modernization or cloud transformation initiatives Deep hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud (multi-cloud preferred) Proven expertise designing and deploying infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform or equivalent tools Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Architect Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Kubernetes Demonstrated ability to design for scalability, security, resilience, and cost-efficiency Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent professional experience) Authorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have Experience with multi-cloud strategy or cloud migration at enterprise scale Expertise in observability, monitoring, and incident response architecture Background in financial modeling or cloud cost forecasting Open-source contributions or thought leadership in infrastructure architecture What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: The opportunity to define technical vision and shape infrastructure standards that enable organizational growth Mentorship and development of engineering talent, with scope to raise the technical standards of teams Exposure to complex, mission-critical system design challenges across enterprise environments Potential for technical progression toward principal or chief architect responsibilities, where supported by role scope Collaborative partnerships with technology leaders, security architects, and business stakeholders Flexibility, professional development support, and competitive compensation packages aligned with experience About Specialist Staffing Group We are a specialist recruitment partner focused on connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities in technology and infrastructure. We work with leading organizations to identify candidates who bring both technical depth and leadership capability to drive transformation and excellence. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.