Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective AWS architectures for client engagements
Drive the design and delivery of end-to-end AWS cloud architectures across client engagements
Collaborate remotely with stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to define requirements
Evaluate and recommend AWS services, tools, and frameworks to optimize performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency
Develop high-quality architectural deliverables, including solution designs and technical documentation
Define and guide cloud migration strategies based on client needs
Design and implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions
Enable DevOps and CI/CD best practices
Conduct architecture reviews, security assessments, and performance optimization initiatives
Provide technical leadership and knowledge transfer to client and partner teams
Requirements
7+ years of professional experience in cloud infrastructure, software engineering, or distributed systems
4+ years in a hands-on AWS Solutions Architect role delivering production AWS environments
Active AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional certification
Strong experience building and maintaining cloud infrastructure using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK
Deep architectural expertise across AWS service domains including compute, storage, networking, IAM, security, observability, containers, and serverless
Practical experience designing and delivering containerized (Docker, Kubernetes/EKS) and serverless solutions
Strong understanding of AWS security and networking best practices, including experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated effectiveness working as an independent contractor in a remote, client-facing environment