Senior AWS Cloud Technical/Solutions Architect

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Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

We areseekinga skilled and experienced SeniorAWSCloudTechnical/SolutionsArchitect to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS).The SeniorAWSCloudTechnical/SolutionsArchitect is a subject matter expert, responsible for designing and may berequiredto implementAWScloud-based solutions that meet client’s business and technical requirements.

The SeniorAWSCloudTechnical/SolutionsArchitect is a subject matter expert, responsible for designing and may berequiredto implementAWScloud-based solutions that meet client’s business and technical requirements.

This role supports and influencesoperations andsales teams by providingexpertisein cloud computing technologies and architectures ensuring the effective design,deploymentand operationsof ourAWScloud-based systems to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and infrastructure automation, and will play a key role in driving our cloud strategy and digital transformation initiatives.

This rolehas the opportunity todesignandoperatesolutions with some of the most innovative global organizations, technologies, accelerating the digital transformationofbusinessobjectivesand outcomesforboth external and internal customers to the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement scalable,highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS.

  • Lead cloud architecture and infrastructure design sessions with stakeholderstounderstand business requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

  • Develop andmaintaininfrastructure as code using tools like AWS CloudFormationandTerraform

  • Ensure security best practices are followed in all cloud deployments.

  • Collaborate with DevOps, development, and security teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines.

  • Optimizecloud costs andmonitorsystem performance.

  • Provide technical leadership and mentoringwithin the team ofarchitects andengineers.

  • Stay current with AWS services and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

  • Viewed as a trusted technical advisor to the client and ensure technical solutions willaccomplishthe client'sobjectives

  • Engage in pre-sales activities with Sales Teams and clientsboth internal and external.

Required Qualifications& Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate orProfessional) is strongly preferred.

  • 8 to 12years ofAWSexperience in cloud architecture and engineering.

  • Proficiencyin AWS services such asAWS Control Tower, Step Functions,ServiceCatalog,EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch,CodeCommit,CodeDeploy,CodeBuildand ECS/EKS.

  • Knowledge of AWS Well-Architected Framework and best practices.

  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools likeAWSCloudFormation,AWSCDKand orTerraform

  • Understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments.

  • Familiarity with DevOpsprocesses andContinuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD)pipelines.

  • Problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

  • Experience with hybrid cloudand AWScloud environments.

  • Experiencein software development or scripting (Python, Bash, etc.).

  • Knowledge of serverless architecture,microservicesand event driven architecture

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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