Offer summary

Qualifications:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Mathematics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems), 10 years of experience with a Master’s degree or 14 years with a Bachelor’s degree in software or network development, Experience with modern software development methodologies such as agile and DevOps/DevSecOps, Proficiency in programming concepts in a professional or academic setting..

Key responsabilities:

Gather requirements and design Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud-based system deployments.

Lead the planning and execution of data migration to and from cloud-based systems.

Select appropriate cloud services based on specific data and security requirements.

Provide oversight and technical direction to team members in cloud architecture and design.

Job description

Title: Cloud Architect

Location: Remote:

Clearance: Secret

Who We Are:

Rackner is a software consultancy that builds cloud-native solutions for startups, enterprises, and the public sector. We are an energetic, growing consultancy with a passion for solving big problems for both startups and enterprises. Rackner enables digital transformation for large organizations through the newest distributed technologies as we are laser focused on end-to-end application development, DevSecOps, AI/ML and systems architecture and our methodology focuses on cloud-first and cost-effective innovation. Our customers hail from a diverse, ever-growing list of industries.

Position Overview:

Rackner is seeking a Cloud Architect to gather requirements and design Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud-based system deployments and system transitions. The Cloud Solution Architect will architect and plan migrations to commercial cloud service providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Office 365, GCP, or similar cloud platforms. Will act as a technical lead on a team of architects, leading the design and recommendation for the best solution.

Responsibilities:

Work with end users and application experts to elicit requirements for designing and deploying scalable, highly available, and fault tolerant systems in cloud based systems
Lift and shift planning for data migration to and from cloud-based systems
Ingress and egress planning for data migration to and from cloud-based systems
Select appropriate cloud services based on data, database, or security requirements
Manage the integration with on-premises enterprise networks and systems
Identify appropriate use of cloud architectural best practices
Estimate cloud costs and identify cost control measures and solutions
Provide tasking and oversight to other technical team members performing design and architecture
Provide technical clarity and direction to Cloud Iaas, PaaS, and SaaS Consultants
Review final work products for accuracy and adherence to design concepts

Qualifications:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Mathematics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems)
Master’s degree and 10 years’ experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 14 years of professional experience with: research, design and development of computer and network software or specialized utility which may include database maintenance within an application area
Experience applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting
Experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g. agile, DevOps/DevSecOps)

Benefits / Additional Info:

Rackner embraces and promotes employee development and training and covers the cost of certifications relevant to a position and the technologies/services provided. Fitness/Gym membership eligibility, weekly pay schedule and employee swag, snacks & events are offered as well!