Job Title: AWS Solutions Architect
We are seeking an experienced and passionate AWS Solutions Architect to join our team at ArcheSys, a technology consulting firm that provides innovative solutions to government agencies.
Responsibilities:
* Provide architectural guidance to development teams, ensuring cost-effective design and implementation of cloud solutions.
* Review and optimize existing cloud architectures.
* Recommend cost-efficient infrastructure and services.
* Promote the use of cost-aware design patterns.
* Ensure alignment with FinOps best practices.
* Champion FinOps principles and best practices, driving adoption across the organization.
* Analyze cloud usage and spending patterns to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
* Develop and implement cloud financial management strategies, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
* Collaborate closely with engineering, product, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment between cloud strategies and business objectives.
Requirements:
* Must be a U.S Citizen or Green Card Holder.
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5-15 years of cloud infrastructure engineering experience, focusing on AWS Cloud Platform.
* AWS Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional Certification
* FinOps Certified Practitioner / Engineer Certification
* Proven track record working in Agile teams and collaborating with product managers and business stakeholders.
* Deep understanding of AWS pricing models (On-Demand, Reserved Instances, Spot Instances, Savings Plans) and cloud financial operations (FinOps) principles.
* Expertise in tools and platforms like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and ECS for containerization and orchestration.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with IaC; Terraform, AWS CDK, Cloudformation.
* Experience with CI/CD tools and processes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Circle CI).
* Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., NewRelic, DataDog, Grafana).
* Deep understanding of cloud network configurations, including VPC, CDN, VPN, Direct Connect, and load balancing.
* Knowledge of cloud security tools, best practices, and compliance standards (IAM, encryption, security groups, etc.).
* Solid knowledge of a scripting language such as Python, Bash, JavaScript, or PowerShell is essential for automating tasks.
* Experience working in an Agile development environment.
* Experience in government consulting preferred.
* Experience in management consulting is preferred, and a client-facing role is a plus.
* Proficient in FinOps practices with a strong understanding of AWS Cost and Usage Report (CUR) data, enabling efficient cost tracking, optimization, and insightful reporting to drive data-informed financial decisions.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and generous paid time off.
* Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals on exciting and innovative projects.
* Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
* Continuous learning and development opportunities, including access to training resources and professional development programs.
* A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages growth.