Primary Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud-based solutions using AWS and Azure. Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical architecture solutions. Ensure optimal integration of cloud services and other technologies into enterprise environments. Provide guidance on best practices for cloud architecture, including security, performance, and cost optimization. Lead cloud migration efforts, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Develop and maintain detailed documentation of cloud architectures, designs, and processes. Conduct assessments of current cloud infrastructure to recommend improvements or upgrades. Collaborate with development teams to define requirements, create prototypes, and ensure smooth delivery. Monitor cloud systems for performance, scalability, and security, providing ongoing troubleshooting and optimization. Stay up-to-date with new AWS and Azure services and technologies, ensuring that solutions are innovative and aligned with industry standards. Key Skills & Expertise: Extensive experience with AWS and Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, and databases. Expertise in cloud security practices and identity management systems (IAM). Strong understanding of DevOps practices, automation, and CI/CD pipelines. Ability to design and deploy multi-cloud architectures. Proficiency with cloud-based infrastructure management tools (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform). Experience in designing disaster recovery and high-availability solutions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant cloud certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Several years of experience working with cloud platforms, particularly AWS and Azure. A Solutions Architect in AWS and Azure is a critical role in any organization looking to fully leverage the power of the cloud, ensuring that the right technologies and strategies are in place to meet business goals and scale efficiently. 1. Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (optional, but beneficial) 2. Experience: 5 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based solutions, with a focus on AWS and Azure platforms. Proven experience in cloud architecture design, implementation, and management. Hands-on experience in cloud migration projects, including rehosting, re-platforming, and re-architecting legacy systems. Experience with DevOps tools and methodologies (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, automation, containerization with Docker/Kubernetes). Experience in multi-cloud environments is a plus. Knowledge of designing disaster recovery (DR), high availability (HA), and fault-tolerant architectures. 3. Technical Skills: AWS Expertise : Proficiency in key AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation, VPC, IAM, and more. Azure Expertise : In-depth knowledge of Azure services, including Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure Functions, Resource Manager, and Azure Active Directory. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Experience with cloud-based databases, including Amazon RDS, Azure SQL, or other NoSQL databases. Knowledge of networking concepts like VPCs, subnets, VPNs, and direct connections. Understanding of cloud security best practices, including IAM, encryption, firewalls, and access control. 4. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to design and troubleshoot complex systems. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, security, and operations. Customer-oriented mindset with an ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to present solutions to clients and internal stakeholders, with a focus on cost optimization, scalability, and security. 5. Preferred Skills: Experience with machine learning (ML) and AI services within AWS or Azure. Knowledge of cloud-native development and serverless architectures. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. Understanding of compliance and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) in cloud environments. Experience in building and optimizing microservices-based architectures. Familiarity with cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management). 6. Other Requirements: A deep understanding of the cloud adoption lifecycle, including assessment, design, migration, and ongoing optimization. Ability to stay up-to-date with emerging cloud technologies and trends in AWS and Azure ecosystems. Willingness to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and continuously improve technical and soft skills. A Solutions Architect in AWS and Azure needs to possess a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and strong interpersonal skills to create and deploy cloud solutions that align with business objectives while ensuring high performance, security, and cost efficiency.