Solution Architect

Job Title: Solution Architect Cloud Migration & Application Modernization

Location: Philadelphia, PA 100% Onsite
Experience: 10+ years

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect Cloud Migration & Application Modernization to join our Pre-Sales team, partnering closely with Sales to design and present innovative cloud transformation solutions. This role blends deep technical expertise with strong business and storytelling skills to influence stakeholders and support deal closures.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales teams to understand customer needs and create compelling solution architectures and technical proposals.

• Lead customer-facing technical discussions, providing thought leadership in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

• Design end-to-end cloud migration and modernization solutions, including:

  • Legacy-to-cloud transformations

  • Microservices-based architectures

  • Containers and serverless solutions

• Prepare and deliver presentations, demos, and proof-of-concepts (POCs) for executive and technical audiences.

• Act as a trusted advisor on cloud best practices, security, scalability, and cost optimization.

• Support RFP/RFI responses, technical validations, and solution assurance for deal closures.

• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and modernization trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 10+ years total IT experience

• 4+ years in Cloud Architecture & Application Modernization

• Proven experience in Pre-Sales, Solution Consulting, or Architecture roles

• Mandatory experience in Media & Entertainment or Telecom/Media/Gaming/Sports environments

Technical Expertise

• Strong hands-on expertise with AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform

• Application modernization using:

  • Microservices architecture

  • Containers (Docker, Kubernetes)

  • Serverless platforms

• Experience with:

  • CI/CD pipelines

  • Cloud migration tools

  • Cloud security frameworks and governance

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• Google Professional Cloud Architect

• TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification

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