Cloud Solutions Architect 2

Solicitation: 529701772Title: Cloud Solutions Architect 2Hybrid - Austin TX - 11+ monthsMOI: In-Person & MS TeamsDirect Client: State Of TXNote: Direct Client requirement, Only USC Accepted. Share resumes to karthik.s@megansoft.comDescription:Cloud Solutions Architect 2 to design, develop, and support secure, scalable, and reliable cloud and hybrid-cloud solutions.The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or GCP, cloud architecture, Kubernetes, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud automation, monitoring, security, data governance, and cloud-native application infrastructure.The candidate will work across multiple projects and teams, providing technical leadership, architectural guidance, troubleshooting, automation, and development of cloud best practices.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect enterprise cloud and hybrid-cloud solutions using AWS, Microsoft Azure, or GCP.Analyze existing technology systems, infrastructure capabilities, limitations, defects, and business requirements to develop effective technical solutions.Apply cloud delivery models including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.Design cloud-based network architectures and support secure cloud infrastructure integrations.Support application Kubernetes clusters and serverless infrastructure.Deploy, configure, scale, maintain, and troubleshoot Kubernetes-based microservices.Support APIs associated with cloud infrastructure services and integrations.Implement DevOps and CI/CD practices for cloud-based applications and infrastructure.Develop cloud automation using Ansible, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and declarative/imperative configuration languages.Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, KornShell, PowerShell, Cloud CLI, and Kubernetes Helm.Work with YAML, JSON, Ruby, HCL, and other configuration/programming languages used for cloud automation.Configure and utilize cloud monitoring, auditing, logging, and operational tools.Work with tools such as Sysdig Secure (CNAPP), Dynatrace, AWS CloudWatch, GCP Cloud Operations, Azure Monitor, OCI Monitoring, and similar cloud-native tools.Apply cloud security, compliance, and data-governance principles.Support cloud database services, including SQL/Oracle and NoSQL, where required.Support data lakes, ETL/ELT processes, and data pipelines in cloud environments.Evaluate and leverage emerging cloud technologies and analytical services from major cloud providers.Apply Agile/Scrum methodologies and actively participate in Scrum ceremonies.Produce technical architecture documentation, diagrams, models, and system mappings using tools such as Microsoft Visio.Prepare technical documentation and project materials using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.Coordinate multiple assignments and projects while managing priorities and overlapping deadlines.Provide technical leadership, direction, best practices, and procedures to team members.Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-agency teams to deliver cloud solutions under tight timelines.Required Qualifications7+ years of experience working with computer systems, IT hardware/software, operating systems, and applicable programming languages.7+ years of experience with cloud technologies and cloud services from major providers.7+ years of experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.7+ years of experience with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS cloud delivery models.7+ years of experience with cloud-based network design principles.7+ years of experience applying cloud security, compliance, and data-governance principles.7+ years of experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and Scrum ceremonies.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience architecting technology solutions for software development, data analytics, performance management, or data warehousing projects.Strong understanding of DevOps and CI/CD.Experience with containerization, microservices, and Kubernetes architecture, deployment, scaling, and maintenance.Experience supporting Kubernetes clusters, serverless infrastructure, and cloud APIs.Experience with Ansible, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure ARM templates.Strong scripting/automation skills using Bash, KornShell, PowerShell, Cloud CLI, and Kubernetes Helm.Experience with YAML, JSON, Ruby, HCL, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).Experience with cloud monitoring, logging, auditing, and operations tools.Strong technical writing and diagramming skills.Proficiency with Visio, Microsoft Office Suite, and MS Project.Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and cross-agency assignments.Ability to provide technical leadership and direction to team members.Ability to create and establish technical best practices and procedures.Preferred Qualifications8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or enterprise IT solution development.8+ years of experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud services.8+ years of experience with cloud delivery models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS.8+ years of experience with cloud networking and hybrid-cloud environments.8+ years of experience with DevOps, CI/CD, containerization, microservices, and Kubernetes.8+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, YAML, JSON, Ruby, HCL, and related technologies.Hands-on experience with cloud database services, including SQL/Oracle and NoSQL.Experience with data lakes and cloud ETL/ELT best practices.Experience handling structured and unstructured data in cloud environments.Experience with AI services and configuration offered by major cloud providers.Experience with data pipelines, ETL processes, and big-data frameworks.Experience architecting and implementing enterprise IT solutions in cloud and hybrid-cloud environments.