Senior Level Architect

Position: Senior Level Architect

Location: Bellevue, WA, 98007 -- Onsite

Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Contract W2

Job Description:

• We are at the forefront of cutting-edge enterprise technology, striving to build the infrastructure of tomorrow.
• We are looking for a visionary Cloud & Infrastructure Architect who has a passion for shaping the future of cloud platforms, security, and networking technologies, and who possesses a deep understanding of telecommunication engineering.
• You will be responsible for architecting both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure solutions that drive large-scale enterprise solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design & Architect: Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex cloud and on-prem infrastructure for large-scale enterprise environments, with a particular focus on telecommunications.

Innovation & Vision:

• Provide forward-thinking leadership by keeping a finger on the pulse of emerging cloud technologies, security models, and network advancements.
• Drive the adoption of next-gen technologies and best practices to build scalable, reliable, and secure cloud platforms.

Future Industry Trends:

• Analyse industry trends and predict future developments in cloud platforms, cloud security, networking, and telecommunication solutions.
• Recommend and implement strategies to future-proof infrastructure.

Leadership:

• Driving roadmaps and solutions with the team and get it executed, managing technical and leadership stakeholders.
• End to end accountability and ownership including driving Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews with C-level executives and executive level metrics and reporting.

Customer Satisfaction:

• Proactive and self-driven individual who will work with customers (business and domain teams) ensuring highest level of CSAT scores for the shared cloud services.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with engineering, security, and product teams to integrate cloud services, networking, and security solutions into a unified architecture that supports enterprise-grade solutions.

Telecommunications Engineering:

• Design cloud infrastructure and solutions tailored for telecommunication engineering environments.
• Ensure seamless integration with telecom networks, data flow, and real-time communications platforms.

Cloud Security:

• Architect highly secure cloud environments, focusing on data protection, compliance, identity, and access management for enterprise clients.

Optimize & Scale:

• Ensure infrastructure is scalable and highly available, optimizing resource use while maintaining security, cost-efficiency, and operational effectiveness.

Client Engagement:

• Engage with senior leadership and clients to understand business requirements, offer technical expertise, and guide the development of cloud infrastructure solutions.

Mentorship:

• Lead and mentor junior architects and technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in architecting cloud and on-prem infrastructure solutions for large enterprises, including at least 3-5 years focusing on telecommunications engineering.

Cloud Expertise:

• Strong proficiency in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and hands-on experience in designing and building cloud infrastructures for enterprise-scale applications.

Telecommunication Engineering Knowledge:

• Expertise in cloud-based solutions for telecom networks, VoIP, 5G, and real-time communication platforms.

Future Trends:

• Deep knowledge of the future of cloud technologies, networking advancements (like SDN and 5G), cloud security (including Zero Trust and encryption), and automation.

Security:

• In-depth understanding of cloud security practices, compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and experience implementing security best practices across cloud platforms.

Network Engineering:

• Expertise in advanced networking technologies, including VPNs, SD-WAN, and edge computing.

Leadership:

• Strong leadership skills, with experience in strategic planning, team management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Architect, Google Cloud Professional Architect, or related credentials are highly desired.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with telecommunications protocols and architectures.
• Knowledge of cloud-native application development and containerization (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience with cloud orchestration, automation, and DevOps practices.
• A passion for innovative technology and an ability to adapt and embrace new solutions rapidly.