AWS Infrastructure Architect

Role: AWS Infrastructure ArchitectLocation: Irvine, CA (Onsite)Experience: 10+ YearsJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced AWS Infrastructure Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud infrastructure as part of a Data Center Exit to AWS initiative.This role requires deep expertise in AWS networking, compute, container platforms (EKS), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), along with strong experience in enterprise cloud governance, migration strategies, and hybrid connectivity.Key ResponsibilitiesCloud Architecture & StrategyDesign end-to-end AWS infrastructure architectures for high availability, scalability, and performanceLead architecture for Data Center Exit / cloud migration programsDefine and implement AWS Landing Zones, including:Multi-account structureIAM guardrails and SCPsGovernance and compliance standardsNetworking & ConnectivityArchitect and implement AWS networking solutions:VPC design, subnetting, routingTransit Gateway (TGW), Direct Connect, VPNLoad balancing (ALB / NLB) and DNS (Route 53)Design hybrid connectivity between on-premises and AWS environmentsCompute, Storage & Platform EngineeringLead design and deployment of:EC2-based workloads (right-sizing, AMI management, HA patterns)Storage services (EBS, EFS, FSx, S3)Architect resilient systems with backup, disaster recovery (DR), and fault toleranceContainer & Kubernetes ArchitectureDesign and implement EKS clusters, including:Networking (CNI)Node group configuration and scalingWorkload placement and ingress strategiesEnsure secure and scalable containerized deploymentsSecurity & GovernanceImplement cloud security architecture, including:IAM, KMS, Secrets ManagerGuardDuty, AWS Config, CloudTrailEstablish security, compliance, and cost governance guardrailsEnsure alignment with enterprise security and regulatory requirementsInfrastructure as Code & DevOpsLead infrastructure provisioning using:Terraform (primary)CloudFormation / Ansible (as applicable)Enable CI / CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment and automationEnsure repeatable, scalable, and governed infrastructure deliveryMigration & Execution SupportSupport wave-based migration execution, including:Infrastructure readiness validationDependency mappingIssue resolution during migrationWork closely with application, database, and security teamsEnsure connectivity to systems such as Oracle Exadata on AWS and SQL workloadsMonitoring, Optimization & DocumentationImplement observability using:CloudWatch, CloudTrail, X-RayLogging and monitoring pipelinesAnalyze usage trends and recommend cost optimization strategiesProduce:HLDs / LLDsArchitecture standardsMigration runbooks and documentationRequired SkillsDeep expertise in AWS services:EC2, VPC, TGW, Route 53, ALB / NLBS3, EBS, EFS, FSxStrong experience with AWS Landing Zones and multi-account governanceExpertise in EKS (Kubernetes architecture and operations)Strong knowledge of AWS security services:IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager, GuardDuty, Config, CloudTrailHands-on experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as CodeStrong understanding of hybrid networking (Direct Connect, VPN)Experience with CI / CD and DevOps practicesPreferred SkillsExperience with AWS migration tools (MGN, DMS, SCT)Exposure to GenAI / RAG toolsKnowledge of Windows Server and RHEL environmentsExperience working in large-scale enterprise migration programsAWS certifications (Solutions Architect / DevOps / Advanced Networking)J-18808-Ljbffr