AWS Architect

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

AWS Architect
Cloud Architect
AWS Solutions Architect
Java
Python
Node.js
React.js
Terraform
AWS CDK
CloudFormation
ECS
EKS
Lambda
Microservices
Serverless
DevOps
CI/CD
Data Visualization
QuickSight
Power BI
Tableau
AI/ML
SageMaker
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
Torrance CA
Hybrid

Job Details

Title: AWS Architect
Location: Torrance, CA (Hybrid 4 Days Onsite per Week | 8:30 AM 5:30 PM PST)
Duration: 6+ Months Contract
W2 Role Interview: Phone/Video Interview In-Person Interview

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Architect to design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in AWS architecture, microservices, DevOps, and full-stack development using Java, Python, Node.js, and React.js.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role that combines architecture, coding, mentorship, and the integration of data analytics, BI tools, and AI/ML capabilities into enterprise cloud platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect and design cloud-native applications leveraging AWS services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, ECS, EKS, etc.).
  • Develop clean, efficient, and maintainable code in Java, Python, Node.js, and React.js to implement architectural components.
  • Define and document architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with scalability, security, and performance goals.
  • Lead legacy system migrations to AWS cloud infrastructure.
  • Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and AWS CDK.
  • Integrate data visualization and BI tools (Amazon QuickSight, Power BI, Tableau) into cloud applications.
  • Support development and deployment of AI/ML models using AWS services (SageMaker, Comprehend, Rekognition).
  • Ensure security, compliance, and cost optimization across AWS environments.
  • Mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and lead technical workshops.
  • Stay current with AWS innovations, BI advancements, and emerging AI/ML technologies.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of software development experience, including 4+ years of AWS cloud architecture.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services, networking, and architecture principles.
  • Proficiency in Java, Python, Node.js, and React.js.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK).
  • Hands-on experience with data visualization/BI tools.
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts and AWS-based implementation.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional preferred.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with serverless and event-driven architectures.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, Datadog, or New Relic.
  • Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA).
  • Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Proven ability to mentor and guide technical teams.
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