BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Cloud Architect for an Remote opportunity!

Position Title: Cloud Architect

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: 09/30/2024

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months (Contract)

Job Type: [FULLTIME (>=40 HOURS WEEKLY], [CONTRACT], [REMOTE]

Pay Range: $55/hr to $60/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Broad and extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies. Knowledge of architectural styles and design patterns as well as understanding of various coding methods and computer languages. Data modeling and database design experience. Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and service oriented architecture (SOA).

Designs and develops new software products or major enhancements to existing software. Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms. Responsible for project completion. Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects to management. Ideally requires a bachelor’s degree, or demonstrated architectural experience in the area of specialization. Experience communicating with key executives in a concise yet analytical manner.

Evaluate existing software solutions to identify areas for improvement. Oversee architectural approaches from conception to installation.

List of tasks to be performed:

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert to the organization for cloud end-to-end architecture, including Azure, GCP or AWS and future providers, networking, provisioning, and management

• Demonstrate leadership ability to back decisions with research and the “why,” and articulate several options, the pros and cons for each, and a recommendation

• Develop solutions architecture and evaluate architectural alternatives

• Define optimal design patterns and solutions for high availability and disaster recovery for applications

• Drive scope definition, requirements analysis, functional and technical design, application build, product configuration, unit testing, and production deployment

• Ensure delivered solutions meet/perform to technical and functional/non-functional requirements

• Provide technical expertise and ownership in the diagnosis and resolution of an issue, including the determination and provision of workaround solution or escalation to service owners

• Ensure delivered solutions are realized in time frame committed; work in conjunction with project sponsors to size and manage scope and risk

• Provide thought leadership in industry and to fellow team members across business and technical project dimensions solving complex business requirements

Knowledge with the following qualifications:

• DevSecOps, Secure Coding practices, and the Solutions Development Framework (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab)

• Expertise with Cloud Architecture and Design and Development

• Knowledge of business process re-engineering principles and processes

• Strong understanding of network architecture and application development methodologies

• Experience developing multithreading apps, performance tuning, and debugging

Working knowledge of one of more of the following qualifications:

• Knowledge/experience with Agile Methodologies

• Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices

• Change Management and Configuration Management (VersionOne, ServiceNow, etc)

• Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)

Required Experience Level:

• Experience in designing large and complex IT operations in large organizations. The position requires strong leadership and team-building skills, and must be able to collaborate effectively with a group of high performing individuals as well as the Executive Leadership Team.

• Experience with Azure, GCP or AWS enterprise implementations

• Knowledge of business process re-engineering principles and processes

• Strong understanding of network architecture and application development methodologies

• Strong understanding of SOA, object-oriented analysis and design, and/or client/server systems

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of thirteen (13) to twenty (20) years’ relevant experience

• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred. four additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a college degree is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field, then four additional years of related experience is required.

Additional Provisions:

• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.

• Once candidate’s resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.

• If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.

• All candidates must be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card) or H1B.

Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.

• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)

• All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.

• Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.

• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e., collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure), Architect

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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