Architect, Platform Engineering

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA) is searching for an Architect, Platform Engineering for FULL-TIME assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in midtown New York City. Hybrid schedule, 2-3 days onsite per week.

The firm is seeking a hands-on and innovative Platform Engineering Architect to design, implement, and optimize cloud-based infrastructure and automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with AWS (preferred) and Azure, combined with strong proficiency in Python, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). This role blends architecture leadership with hands-on development, requiring collaboration across engineering, architecture, and business teams to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) focused on scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Architect, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or Jenkins.
• Establish Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards using CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
• Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting systems (Datadog, ELK, or Dynatrace).
• Partner with application development teams to enhance deployment and release processes.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud technologies that align with enterprise architecture and business priorities.
• Contribute to reference architectures, design documentation, and hands-on coding when needed.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective, standardized technical solutions.
• Promote engineering excellence, operational consistency, and adherence to security and compliance standards.

Work Allocation (Approximate)

• 50 % - Hands-on development and implementation
• 25 % - Architecture design and technical leadership
• 15 % - Collaboration, requirements gathering, and stakeholder engagement
• 10 % - Mentoring, process improvement, and team leadership

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Cloud Architecture, or SRE roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS Cloud Services and Infrastructure as Code (CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation).
• Deep proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and integration with cloud tools.
• Proven experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or Jenkins.
• Expertise with microservices, serverless architectures, and hybrid cloud deployments.
• Working knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, ECS, or Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with observability tools such as Datadog, Dynatrace, or ELK.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to translate complex concepts for business users.
• Proven ability to work in Agile/Scrum environments and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in financial services, asset management, or capital markets technology environments.
• Familiarity with Python-based application stacks (Django, Pandas, NumPy, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead by example in fast-paced settings.
• Knowledge of cost optimization, performance tuning, and security best practices in AWS.

Initial Success Criteria (First 6 Months)
The successful candidate will be expected to deliver tangible impact quickly by:

• Leading ongoing efforts to improve reliability, observability, and cost optimization of the cloud platform.
• Playing a key role in migrating and modernizing CI/CD pipelines across engineering teams.
• Making hands-on technical contributions to the platform codebase and automation frameworks.
• Building strong partnerships with development, QA, and AppSecOps teams to align cloud practices and tooling.
• Demonstrating a deep understanding of the firm's business objectives and data ecosystem, translating them into scalable platform strategies.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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