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Data Center and Cloud Architect

Data Center and Cloud Architect

ZipRecruiterByhalia, MS, United States
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Job DescriptionJob Description Data Center & Cloud Architect

Position Overview

The Data Center & Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions across both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role combines strategic architecture with hands-on engineering, ensuring secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support business and manufacturing operations. The position also involves servant leadership, guiding technical teams through complex challenges while driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across IT teams.
  • Architect, deploy, and maintain hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises and Azure / AWS / GCP platforms.
  • Act as lead engineer for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization of infrastructure.
  • Implement and enforce infrastructure security protocols, including IAM, segmentation, and compliance controls.
  • Monitor and optimize resources to ensure performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
  • Design and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
  • Lead cross-functional projects from planning to implementation, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Maintain documentation of architecture, configurations, and operational processes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 6+ years in cloud engineering and data center management, with 3+ years in an architecture or senior engineering role.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (Azure ; AWS / GCP also valuable).
  • Strong background in hybrid IT environments, on-premises infrastructure, networking, firewalls, and virtualization.
  • Proficiency with automation tools and scripting (Terraform, Ansible, Python).
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Azure Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Architect (Azure ).
  • Additional certifications in security, networking, or data center technologies are a plus.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
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