Digital Architect - Remote

Overview

Remote
On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6-12 month(s)

Skills

Architect
IAM
GitHub
Terraform
Cloud Architecture

Job Details

NAVA Software solutions is looking for a Digital Architect

Role: Digital Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: 6-12 months

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define architectural vision and roadmap
  • Translate business requirements into scalable and secure technical solutions.
  • Design end-to-end architecture for applications, platforms, and integrations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Define non-functional requirements (performance, scalability, reliability).
  • Lead technical evaluations and platform selection.
  • Provide guidance on microservices, containerization, and DevOps practices.

Primary Skills

  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, OpenShift).
  • Cloud Architecture Design: Ability to design scalable, resilient, and cost-optimized architectures.
  • Networking & Connectivity: Understanding of VPC peering, Direct Connect, Route 53, and load balancing.
  • Security & Compliance: Implementing IAM policies, encryption, KMS, and compliance frameworks like HIPAA or GDPR.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Using tools like Terraform to automate deployments.
  • DevOps Integration: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, and container orchestration EKS/OpenShift.
  • Cloud Migration: Planning and executing lift-and-shift or re-architecting strategies for cloud adoption.
  • Monitoring & Optimization: Using CloudWatch, X-Ray, and Trusted Advisor for performance tuning and cost control.
  • Proficiency in cloud-native architecture (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Experience with REST/SOAP APIs, microservices, and event-driven systems.
  • Hands-on with Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
  • Ability to mentor teams and lead technical discussions.

Secondary Skills

  • Programming Skills: Python/Java, or Node.j for scripting and automation.
  • Serverless Architecture: Designing with Lambda, API Gateway, Apache Airflow.
  • Cost Management: Understanding pricing models (On-Demand, Reserved, Spot) and using Cost Explorer.
  • Disaster Recovery & High Availability: Multi-AZ deployments, backups, and failover strategies.
  • Soft Skills: Communication, stakeholder management, and documentation.
  • Team Collaboration: Working with DevOps, security, and development teams to align cloud goals.
  • Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate/Professional

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