Hiring! Chief Cloud Architecture Lead - Hybrid - IL

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, PropelSys Technologies LLC., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Cloud Architecture LeadReports to: Chief Enterprise ArchitectRole Type: Senior Architecture LeadershipLocation: Deerfield, IL (Hybrid)Role PurposeThe Cloud Architecture Lead is the senior architecture authority accountable for shaping and governing Client's end-to-end cloud strategy across all business domains. This role translates enterprise and domain strategies into coherent cloud architecture outcomes that deliver measurable in-year savings, drive multi-year simplification, and establish a secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud foundation across AWS and Azure.The role emphasizes consistency, engineering discipline, and platform reuse-driving adoption of cloud-native services, modern DevOps practices, and high-quality code while reducing ad hoc tools, bespoke solutions, and workaround-based architectures.Outcomes That Define SuccessQuantifiable in-year and recurring cost savings across cloud infrastructure, tooling, and platformsApproved multi-year cloud simplification and modernization roadmapsReduced architectural variance and elimination of non-standard cloud implementationsIncreased adoption of cloud-native services and reusable platform patternsImproved reliability, security posture, delivery speed, and developer productivityCore Responsibilities Cloud Strategy & ArchitectureDefine and evolve the enterprise cloud architecture strategy across AWS and AzureTranslate business and technology priorities into cloud target states and reference architecturesEnsure cloud architectures support scalability, resiliency, security, and cost optimization across domainsLead cross-domain alignment on cloud design principles, patterns, and standardsEngineering and DevOps MaturityDrive adoption of cloud-native architectures, managed services, and platform-as-a-service capabilitiesEstablish standards for infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, observability, and automationPromote high-quality, secure, and maintainable code through architectural guidance and patternsReduce reliance on manual processes and non-standard tooling through automation and platform reusePortfolio Simplification and Cost OptimizationAssess cloud workloads and platforms to identify consolidation, modernization, and retirement opportunitiesPartner with Finance, Infrastructure, and Domain Architects to quantify and realize cloud savingsReduce duplication of platforms, tooling, and custom-built solutions across AWS and AzureEmbed FinOps principles and cost transparency into cloud architecture decisionsGovernance and EnablementServe as the cloud architecture authority within enterprise governance and technology assessment forumsEnsure cloud solutions align with enterprise security, compliance, and regulatory requirementsEnable consistent cloud decision-making without slowing delivery or innovationExecutive RelationshipsThe Cloud Architecture Lead serves as a trusted advisor to IT leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure, Security, and Delivery leaders, enabling sustainable cloud adoption and long-term cost efficiency.Qualifications And ExperienceBachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or equivalent experience15+ years in cloud, platform, or enterprise architecture roles within complex environmentsDeep expertise in AWS and Azure architecture, services, and operating modelsProven track record driving cloud standardization, DevOps maturity, and cost optimizationStrong executive communication and influence skillsLeadership ProfileEnterprise-first and outcome-driven mindsetEngineering-focused leader with strong architectural judgmentPragmatic systems thinker balancing speed, security, and costTrusted leader who sets standards and enables teams to execute