Chief Cloud Architect (Chicago) Job at ClifyX, Chicago, IL

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  • ClifyX
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

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Responsibilities:

  1. Develop a comprehensive cloud strategy aligned with business goals.
  2. Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.
  3. Evaluate and select cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud, etc.) and third-party tools.
  4. Architect tailored cloud solutions that leverage best practices and meet specific client requirements, utilizing platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Private Cloud, DC Solutions.
  5. Understand client requirements and prepare appropriate cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Hybrid / Multi-Cloud, Hardware OEMs, Network, Security).
  6. Conduct workshops and presentations to demonstrate solution feasibility and value, fostering trust and engagement with stakeholders.
  7. Lead the design and implementation of POCs to validate proposed solutions, transitioning these into larger-scale engagements.
  8. Guide technical solution development in engagements related to Legacy modernization, migration of applications and infrastructure to hybrid cloud, Engineered cloud, etc.
  9. Ensure optimal performance of cloud systems through monitoring and troubleshooting.
  10. Collaborate with IT security teams to maintain data privacy and compliance.
  11. Work closely with developers, DevSecOps engineers, and business analysts to deliver solutions.
  12. Provide technical guidance to teams on cloud best practices.
  13. Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies and trends.

Qualifications:

Mandatory Skills

  1. Experience: Minimum of 5 years in architecture or 10 years in engineering roles related to hybrid cloud solutions, with a proven track record of successful client engagements.
  2. Technical Skills: Proficiency in two or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Nutanix, Neo Cloud, etc.). Experience in architecting applications leveraging containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), Cloud native (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Hybrid / Multi-Cloud, Hardware OEMs, Network, Security, Microservices, FinOps, iPaaS and APIs, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), and CI/CD pipelines.
  3. Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles.
  4. Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to articulate technical concepts.

Desired Skills

  1. Knowledge of specific industry verticals (e.g., BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing).
  2. Technical certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
  3. Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are preferred; must obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
  4. Understanding of DevOps concepts.
  5. Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting and Other

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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Job Tags

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