Cloud Solutions Architect - Azure, Google Cloud Platform & AI Platforms

job summary:

Seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to lead the design, support, and optimization of enterprise Azure and Google Cloud Platform environments supporting data, analytics, and AI initiatives. This role requires deep expertise in cloud architecture, monitoring, security, data platforms, Informatica Cloud, and operational support within a highly regulated enterprise environment. Ideal candidates will bring strong multi-cloud experience, a passion for platform reliability, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

location: Austin, Texas

job type: Contract

salary: $80 - 85 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise cloud solutions across Azure and Google Cloud Platform environments.
• Architect and maintain cloud infrastructure supporting data platforms, AI workloads, analytics, and enterprise applications.
• Develop monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Google Cloud Platform Cloud Monitoring, and related technologies.
• Implement proactive operational alerting and notification capabilities, including SMS and voice-based escalation workflows.
• Support enterprise data pipelines, analytics platforms, and cloud-based storage environments including Blob Storage and Data Lakes.
• Administer and troubleshoot Informatica Cloud (IICS), Secure Agents, APIs, and integration frameworks.
• Ensure security, compliance, audit logging, identity management, and least-privilege access controls across cloud environments.
• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 production support, troubleshooting platform issues, access challenges, and operational incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain platform stability, reliability, and performance.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to support 24x7 operational requirements.
• Develop automation and operational improvements using scripting and cloud-native technologies.
• Translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.

qualifications:

Qualifications:

8+ years of experience supporting multi-cloud environments, including Azure and Google Cloud Platform.

8+ years of experience with enterprise AI and cloud-based data platforms.

Extensive experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Google Cloud Platform Cloud Monitoring, and enterprise logging frameworks.

Strong expertise with Logstash and enterprise log ingestion, transformation, and monitoring solutions.

Experience designing operational alerting and notification systems.

Hands-on experience with Blob Storage, Data Lakes, and enterprise storage platforms.

Experience supporting enterprise data pipelines, analytics platforms, and cloud-based data ecosystems.

Expertise with Informatica Cloud (IICS), Secure Agents, APIs, and integration patterns.

Strong knowledge of cloud security, IAM, network security, compliance, and audit logging.

Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues and provide advanced operational support.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience building and administering Tableau Cloud environments.

Experience integrating geospatial platforms and cloud-based data solutions.

Knowledge of Python, Bash, automation frameworks, serverless technologies, and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience with Kubernetes platforms such as AKS and GKE, Docker, and microservices architectures.

Familiarity with data mesh architectures, ETL/ELT frameworks, API integrations, and enterprise data standards.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely architectural decisions.

Demonstrated ownership of platform reliability, operational excellence, and delivery outcomes.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating enterprise platform initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.