Job Description
Are you a visionary Cloud Architect ready to lead the next generation of digital infrastructure? Vanguard Tech Solutions is aggressively hiring now in Colorado Springs, CO, for a Senior Cloud Architect to join our elite engineering team. We are looking for a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions.
In this role, you will define the technical strategy for our cloud infrastructure, mentor junior developers, and ensure our systems are resilient against failure. You will work directly with C-level executives to drive digital transformation initiatives. Join us to work with cutting-edge technologies including AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement highly available, scalable, and secure cloud architectures on AWS and Azure.
- Lead the migration of on-premise legacy systems to modern cloud-native environments.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
- Conduct code reviews and architectural reviews to ensure best practices and security compliance (SOC2/GDPR).
- Optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-efficiency and performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, Security, and Product Management.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Cloud Architecture, DevOps, or Software Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in AWS or Azure services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC).
- Expert knowledge of containerization technologies, specifically Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Deep understanding of networking concepts (VPCs, Load Balancers, DNS).
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.