Job Description
Join our award-winning team at NexusTech Solutions, a leader in enterprise cloud transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Architect to design and implement next-generation infrastructure for Fortune 500 clients. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work from our downtown Chicago office or remotely while collaborating with industry pioneers. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and the chance to shape the future of cloud computing.
Our Chicago hub features modern collaborative spaces, on-site fitness facilities, and proximity to public transit. We foster an inclusive culture where innovation thrives, and your contributions directly impact global business transformation.
Responsibilities
- Design and lead implementation of scalable, secure cloud infrastructure on AWS/Azure/GCP
- Develop cloud migration strategies for enterprise clients with complex legacy systems
- Optimize cloud architecture for cost efficiency and performance monitoring
- Lead DevOps automation using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines
- Present technical solutions to C-level stakeholders and executive committees
- Mentor junior architects and conduct peer code reviews
- Stay current with cloud industry trends and emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in cloud architecture with 3+ years in senior leadership roles
- Expert-level AWS/Azure/GCP certification (Solutions Architect or equivalent)
- Proven experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Strong background in security frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001)
- Advanced scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field