We are seeking a seasoned Cloud Solution Engineer / Architect to provide strategic technical leadership and architectural oversight for the design and deployment of integrated, enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions. This individual will align infrastructure architecture with application roadmaps and business strategies, driving the successful delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance environments across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the architecture and design of infrastructure solutions supporting Test, QA, Performance, Staging, and Production environments across multiple platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, enterprise architects, application teams, and business stakeholders, to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
Define and implement infrastructure deployment plans, integrating OS platforms, middleware, integration services, and data warehouse technologies.
Develop detailed infrastructure design documentation, including technical diagrams, build specifications, and deployment standards.
Drive the reuse of existing services, master data, and architectural patterns to ensure efficiency and consistency across enterprise solutions.
Contribute to the establishment of enterprise engineering and architecture standards, guiding strategic technology decisions across multiple domains.
Design and lead Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) and prototype evaluations for emerging technologies, including cloud-native tools and services.
Serve as a trusted advisor for cloud migration strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid architectures, and platform modernization efforts.
Evaluate and address complex technical challenges, working independently to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that align with business objectives.
Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to development and infrastructure teams, influencing tool and framework selection.
Analyze system performance, identify optimization opportunities, and deliver actionable recommendations through documentation and reporting.
Articulate solution alternatives, trade-offs, and recommendations to technical and executive stakeholders clearly and effectively.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of experience in infrastructure and solution architecture.
Expertise in server OS platforms: RedHat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Linux, Solaris, Windows Server.
Solid knowledge of middleware and integration technologies:
IBM WebSphere, MQ, DataPower, Informatica, EDI, and Salesforce.
Extensive experience with virtualization (VMware), server hardware (HP/IBM), and enterprise storage and networking.
Proven background in designing and deploying enterprise-level solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments.
Strong understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and rapid deployment frameworks.
Proficient in presenting complex technical topics to diverse audiences, including IT executives and technical teams.
Experience with mainframe environments (CICS, DB2, IMS) and application integration tools (e.g., SeeBeyond, JAM).
Development experience with Java (JSP, EJB, DAO, Servlets, JMS), modern frameworks, and legacy mainframe languages (COBOL, ALC).
Prior experience in building service-oriented architecture (SOA) frameworks and deploying distributed systems across platforms.
Minimum of 5 years as an Applications Architect and 5+ years in enterprise architecture roles in large-scale IT environments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May provide technical direction, mentorship, and architectural oversight to junior architects and technical leads.