denipl

Cloud Architect

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Hiring Remotely in United States

We're seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to join our team. As a Cloud Architect, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our cloud computing systems. You will work closely with our development team to ensure seamless integration of our applications with our cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

· Design and implement cloud architecture for our organization

· Ensure scalability, security, and high availability of our cloud systems

· Collaborate with development team to integrate applications with cloud infrastructure

· Develop and implement cloud migration strategies

· Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices

· Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues

Skills Needed

· 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design

· Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

· Experience with cloud security, compliance, and governance

· Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)

· Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

· Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, etc.)

· Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

· Certified Cloud Architect or related certification (optional)

· Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud architectures

· Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies

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