Cloud Architect
Clearance Required: Public Trust
Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: VivSoft Technologies
About VivSoft:
VivSoft is a mission-driven technology company specializing in Cloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Experience. We are a diverse team of innovators focused on creating open, scalable, and automated solutions that drive digital transformation in the federal space. Our work culture fosters collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
Job Summary:
The Cloud Architect will serve as a mid- to senior-level leader in designing, planning, and integrating cloud computing and virtualization systems. This role involves evaluating business needs and delivering efficient cloud-based solutions, including cloud service provider selection, application and data migration strategies, and system integration. The Cloud Architect will provide technical expertise across multiple cloud models and technologies while supporting future scalability and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, plan, and implement cloud computing and virtualization solutions to support business and technical requirements
Evaluate and select appropriate cloud service providers, tools, and technologies
Develop migration strategies for applications and data across public, private, hybrid, and community cloud environments
Integrate cloud-based systems with existing infrastructure while maintaining performance and scalability
Recommend and configure service delivery models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) based on system requirements
Maintain technical knowledge of virtualization technologies including containers, hypervisors, and virtual networks
Oversee cloud automation, self-provisioning, and scaling solutions
Monitor industry trends and evaluate emerging technologies for adoption
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define present and future capacity planning needs
Required Skills & Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in cloud architecture
Proven expertise in designing and implementing cloud computing and virtualization systems
Knowledge of cloud service provider architecture, design, and deployment
Familiarity with cloud delivery models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment types (public, private, hybrid, community)
Hands-on experience with virtualization tools and technologies including containers, hypervisors, and virtual infrastructure
Experience with cloud automation, scaling, and infrastructure management
Strong understanding of application and data migration tools and techniques
Ability to evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for enterprise adoption