Application Cloud Architect(AWS/Kubernetes/Terraform)

Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical Architecture Expertise:Cloud Platforms: Production-level mastery of major cloud ecosystems, with a strong preference for AWS (EC2, Lambda, EKS, RDS, S3) or corresponding enterprise Azure environments.Containerization & Orchestration: Deep hands-on experience containerizing legacy applications using Docker and orchestrating microservices via Kubernetes (EKS/AKS).Integration Patterns: Proven mastery of event-driven architectures, API management, and streaming platforms (e.g., Apache Kafka, MQ series) to handle high-volume operational data.Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Advanced proficiency with Terraform or CloudFormation for provisioning secure cloud infrastructure.Utility System Familiarity (Preferred): General awareness or exposure to enterprise platforms used in utilities, such as SAP (IS-U, Business Warehouse/BW, or Plant Maintenance), work management systems, or GIS data mapping. Background & Compliance Experience:Minimum of 5 years acting in an Application/Enterprise Architect capacity, with a documented track record of completing at least 2 large-scale on-premises-to-cloud migration lifecycles.Exceptional communication skills—ability to draft clear architectural blueprints and articulate technical risks, security controls, and business benefits to executive stakeholders.Experience working within highly regulated sectors (Utilities, Energy, Finance, or Healthcare) navigating strict compliance or audit requirements is highly preferred. Education & Certifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.Professional-level certifications are highly valued (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).