Cloud Architect

Cloud Solutions Architect

Location: Hybrid (2 Days/Month Onsite in Newark, NJ))

Term: Contract to hire

About the Role:

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect — someone who doesn’t just “build stuff” but architects intelligent, scalable AWS-based ecosystems that empower businesses to move faster and smarter.

If you're more of a "strategic builder" than a "code monkey," we need to talk.

This is a solutions design and cloud architecture role, not a development-heavy position. You'll work at a senior level with cross-functional teams, influence architecture governance, and shape the future state of a high-impact data platform.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Architect and lead the implementation of AWS-based data platforms

• Design scalable solutions leveraging Snowflake and Databricks

• Perform technical reviews and present to architecture governance boards

• Optimize data pipelines and ETL processes (primarily using PySpark)

• Develop solution designs, implementation roadmaps, and Proof of Concepts

• Assess current landscapes and lead integration of new solutions

• Keep a sharp eye on market trends to guide smarter architecture decisions

• Jump in as a hands-on SME when needed — sleeves up, ego down

What You Bring to the Table:

• Senior-level cloud architecture experience, especially in AWS

• Deep solution design and enterprise architecture review experience

• Expertise with Snowflake and Databricks (bonus points for PySpark ETL experience)

• Strong communication skills — you're as comfortable in the boardroom as you are in a stand-up

• An active AWS Certification (Nice to have)

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Strategic, not just tactical work

• Highly visible architecture leadership role

• Flexibility: Only 2 days onsite per month