Job Description
Apex Digital Systems is seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to lead our next-generation infrastructure transformation. This is a high-impact contract role based in Charlotte, NC, offering the unique opportunity to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments for enterprise clients.
We are looking for a technical thought leader who thrives in ambiguity and possesses a deep understanding of modern cloud architectures. You will serve as the strategic bridge between business requirements and engineering execution, ensuring our solutions are robust, future-proof, and ready for market leadership.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement complex, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS and Azure.
- Lead architectural reviews and enforce best practices for security, compliance, and high availability.
- Drive cloud migration strategies and modernization efforts for legacy on-premise systems.
- Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical roadmaps and deliverables.
- Optimize cloud costs and performance to maximize ROI for stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in cloud architecture, with a focus on AWS or Azure.
- Strong proficiency in infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale contract projects or engagements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.