Java AWS Architect

Location: VA (Day 1 Onsite) - Only Candidate from VA /MD/DC

Job Type: Contract Job Description · We are looking for an experienced Java Cloud Architect with a minimum of 15 years of hands-on expertise in architecture design, cloud solutions, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS services and a deep understanding of cloud migration strategies, security frameworks, and scalable system design.

Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable, high-performance cloud architectures on AWS. Assess client workloads and IT landscapes to determine cloud readiness. Develop business cases and cloud adoption roadmaps tailored to client needs. Define and lead end-to-end cloud architecture initiatives. Mentor development and architecture teams to build internal competencies. Provide thought leadership via whitepapers, seminars, and internal forums. Establish and maintain trust with key stakeholders, including CTOs and Enterprise Architects. Present technical strategies and architectural solutions to executive and technical audiences. Technical Expertise: Cloud Platforms: Deep expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, etc.) Architecture: Experience in designing cloud-native and hybrid architectures. Provisioning: Proficient in spinning up and managing AWS clusters. System Design: Knowledge of scalable production systems, including load balancing, caching (Memcached), and master/slave architectures. DevOps: Hands-on experience with automation, CI/CD, and integration pipelines. Security & Compliance: Strong knowledge inSecurity Architecturewithin cloud environments. Experience with cloud security automation, compliance standards, and best practices. Proven ability to develop and implementsecurity reference architecturesfor both cloud-only and hybrid models. Soft Skills & Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Comfortable communicating technical concepts to both technical teams and senior leadership. Able to influence and guide client stakeholders and internal teams effectively. Certifications (Preferred): AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) About Trident Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success. Some of our recent awards include: Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe. Received the TechServe Excellence award. Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Trident Consulting by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Cloud Architect” roles. Washington, DC $150,000.00-$185,000.00 4 months ago Washington, DC $123,640.00-$141,265.00 1 week ago Washington, DC $167,032.32-$226,686.72 1 month ago Arlington, VA $167,032.32-$226,686.72 1 month ago Arlington, VA $167,032.32-$226,686.72 1 month ago Tysons Corner, VA $167,032.32-$226,686.72 1 month ago Washington, DC $214,755.84-$310,202.88 1 month ago Arlington, VA $214,755.84-$310,202.88 1 month ago Arlington, VA $214,755.84-$310,202.88 1 month ago Tysons Corner, VA $214,755.84-$310,202.88 1 month ago Washington, DC $123,640.00-$141,265.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.