job summary: Cloud Solutions Architect will be responsible for leading technology implementations and migrations including planning, architecting, designing cloud technologies in complex environments. Individuals will lead and direct research and formulate technology recommendations and designs. Must be self-starting and able to take initiative to ensure cloud requirements and solution objectives are able to meet business requirements, advocating on behalf of stakeholders represented. strong understanding of cloud architecture including billing and financial management of cloud resources Expertise in Microsoft Azure and AWS solutions including experience implementing a well-architected environment including reliability, security, cost optimization, operational excellence, and performance efficiency. location: Plano, Texas job type: Contract salary: $65 - 70 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Required Skills - Design and implement architectural roadmaps Lead technical architecture reviews Expertise in Microsoft Azure and AWS solutions Develop and implement internal systems, processes, and best practices Job Duties - Assess, design and implement SaaS, PaaS, IaaS and hybrid infrastructures. Develop technical standards upon which implementation designs are based. (ie. Policies, Blueprints) Work closely with the business domains supported by assigned systems and technologies, and serve as primary architect on those knowledge areas for implementation teams. Ability to identify and work within different cloud migration approaches such as SaaS first, re-factor, lift and shift Address problems and research questions within the assigned technology domains and implementations. Job Requirements - Design and implement architectural roadmaps regarding Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) architectures. Develop and implement internal systems, processes, and best practices to be used by other teams designed to increase productivity. Participate and lead technical architecture reviews to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment, security, and high availability in cloud and hybrid environments. Experience in enterprise applications, solutions, and data center infrastructures Provide leadership in infrastructure migration methodologies and techniques including application assessments and migrations. strong understanding across cloud and infrastructure components (server, storage, network, data, and applications) to deliver end to end cloud infrastructure, architectures, and designs strong understanding of security including cloud native identity, networking and application controls. Ability to work with team members from around the globe/experience working with off-shore models strong written, verbal, workshop and whiteboard skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Desired Skills & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology or equivalent experience Relevant industry certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect 10+ years' IT experience Minimum of 5 years' experience supporting cloud solutions qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 10 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: Architecture 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 HRsupport@randstadusa.com. 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.