AWS Solutions Architect

Minimum Qualification:

System and Application Architecture (minimum 5+ years of continuous experience), including designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise scale IT systems. Experience with cloud-native and hybrid architectures, including platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure, and the use of containerization and orchestration technologies. Experience designing and governing enterprise data architectures and data migration efforts, including migration from legacy systems to modern cloud-based data platforms. Experience with modern data and analytics platforms, such as Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, or equivalent cloud-based data and analytics technologies. Experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration with cross-functional development and operations teams. Three (3) or more years of experience providing technical leadership, including architectural oversight, solution design reviews, or project leadership responsibilities.. Required Experience The qualified candidate must, at minimum, possess a bachelor s degree from a recognized four-year college or university in computer science, software engineering, data engineering, information systems, or a related field. Three (3), or more, years of proven experience as a System Architect or in a similar senior technical role, with a demonstrated track record of designing, governing, and supporting robust and scalable enterprise application and data architectures in the following areas: Demonstrated technical proficiency in cloud-native and hybrid architectures, including containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure. Strong experience designing and governing CI/CD frameworks to support repeatable, reliable, and secure deployment of application and data platform solutions across on-premise and cloud environments. Proficiency in modern development languages and tools, including .NET Core, Python, C#, and Git, with a strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies. Demonstrated experience with enterprise data architecture, data migration strategies, and data engineering patterns, including batch ETL/ELT workflows and real-time or near real-time data integration. Experience with modern data and analytics platforms such as Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, or equivalent cloud-based analytics and data platforms. Familiarity with streaming and messaging technologies such as Kafka, Kinesis, Azure Service Bus, or similar pub-sub platforms. Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical solutions and make sound architectural recommendations. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in cross-functional, team-oriented environments and the ability to effectively guide technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with enterprise security, governance, and compliance considerations as they relate to application and data platform architectures. Certifications in related fields are desirable (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Databricks certifications, or similar).