Manager / Lead - Cloud Infrastructure Architect
- Leading Client
- 8 - 12 years
- Chennai
- 2 months ago
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Job Description
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect with deep expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP. This role combines hands-on architecture, data center leadership, and client solutioning. You will design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud environments, modernize on-prem infrastructure, and play a key role in building client trust through technical excellence. Ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex infrastructure challenges and influencing strategic cloud decisions.Key Responsibilities:
Multi-Cloud Infrastructure Architecture
Design and implement infrastructure solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
Create scalable, secure, and highly available cloud environments that align with performance, cost, and compliance goals.
Build HLD/LLD, reference architectures, and deployment frameworks for cloud migration and transformation.
Develop hybrid cloud architectures connecting on-prem systems with cloud services via VPN, Direct Connect, or ExpressRoute.
Client Solutioning & Engagement
Represent the company as a technical expert in client conversations, workshops, and strategy sessions.
Lead solution design for prospective and existing customers, addressing their infrastructure and cloud needs.
Support sales teams in pre-sales activities including RFP responses, architecture presentations, and technical proposals.
Build customer confidence through deep domain knowledge and practical recommendations.
Data Center Modernization & Oversight
Oversee and optimize in-house data center operations to meet standards of performance and availability.
Lead transformation to software-defined infrastructure, virtualization, and private cloud platforms.
Ensure high uptime, security, and efficiency across the infrastructure stack.
Reusable Assets & Innovation
Develop standardized cloud blueprints, PoC kits, estimation models, and reusable components.
Stay updated on emerging technologies across AWS, Azure, and GCP and recommend adoption paths.
Create replicable solution assets that can accelerate delivery across multiple client engagements.Required Technical Skills:
Deep, hands-on expertise in AWS (EC2, VPC, RDS, ECS/EKS, IAM), Azure (VMs, VNets, NSGs, AKS), and GCP (GKE, VPCs, IAM).
Strong understanding of networking, security, zero trust models, and infrastructure cost optimization.
Proficiency in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native design.
Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell for infrastructure tasks.Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
At least one professional-level certification: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
Experience in customer-facing roles for cloud architecture, migration, and transformation.Why This Role Matters:
You will be a technical anchor and customer advocate, shaping how infrastructure is delivered and experienced. Your deep technical capabilities will directly support new business acquisition, build trust with customers, and drive cloud maturity for internal and external systems.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & ConsultingFunctional Area / Department: IT & Information SecurityRole Category: IT Infrastructure ServicesRole: Infrastructure ArchitectEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Leading ClientLocation(s): Chennai+ View Contact
Keyskills: Cloud Infrastructure RDS ECS IAM EC2 VPC Bash EKS AWS Python
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