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We Are:A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 48 offices in 19 countries within key global markets.Role: Enterprise Cloud ArchitectLocation: Charlotte, NC and New Jersey.We're seeking a visionary Software Architect to champion the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions on the AWS platform. You'll leverage your expertise in AWS architecture principles, architecture frameworks, and microservices to translate business needs into robust, agile cloud-based solutions.The RoleResponsibilities:Lead design and implement modern microservices-based architectures aligned with best practices, utilizing the AWS Well-Architected Framework and TOGAF/other equivalent architecture frameworks.Evaluate and select appropriate AWS services and technologies for specific project requirements, prioritizing microservices principles.Define and enforce architecture standards and best practices for cloud-based development, emphasizing loose coupling and high autonomy.Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams on cloud architecture considerations and microservices implementation using any language preferably Java, Spring Boot and Typescript, Angular, ReactJs for frontend.Partner with stakeholders across business units to translate business objectives into actionable technical roadmaps, aligned with a microservices approach.Mentor and advise junior architects on cloud infrastructure, architecture principles, and microservices patterns.Champion innovation and stay ahead of the curve on emerging cloud technologies and trends, particularly those relevant to microservices.Design and implement cloud architectures that adhere to security best practices and industry regulations, taking into account security considerations specific to microservices.Collaborate with security teams to establish secure deployment and operational procedures for microservices architectures.Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy and security regulations for microservices environments.Develop and maintain a comprehensive TRM to guide architectural decisions and ensure consistency across solutions, incorporating considerations for microservices.Align TRM with business and technical strategies, ensuring it evolves to meet changing needs and support the adoption of microservices.Use TRM to evaluate and select appropriate technologies, patterns, and solutions, with a focus on microservices compatibility.Drive adoption of TRM within development teams, fostering a shared understanding of architectural principles and encouraging a microservices mindset.You are:Ability to design and architect scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions on AWS. Proficiency in designing multi-tier architectures, fault-tolerant systems, and high availability configurations. Understanding of architectural patterns and best practices for building cloud-native applications.Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK. Ability to define and manage infrastructure using code, enabling reproducibility, scalability, and automation.Strong understanding of networking concepts, including VPC design, subnetting, routing, and security groups. Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security controls, encryption, IAM policies, and access management.Expertise in designing and implementing hybrid cloud architectures, integrating on-premises infrastructure with AWS services. Proficiency in cloud migration strategies and tools, such as AWS Server Migration Service (SMS), Database Migration Service (DMS), or Snowball.Ability to optimize AWS resources for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency. Knowledge of cost management tools, services, and strategies to monitor and control AWS spending.Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and infrastructure automation. Experience with tools such as AWS CodePipeline, AWS CodeCommit, or Jenkins for building and deploying applications.Proficiency in monitoring AWS resources, setting up alarms, and configuring logging and metrics. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, scalability, connectivity, and security in AWS environments.Understanding of cloud security best practices, data privacy, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). Knowledge of AWS security services, including AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS Key Management Service (KMS), and AWS Certificate Manager (ACM).Strong communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, gather requirements, and present technical solutions. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and business stakeholders.We can offer you:A highly competitive compensation and benefits packageA multinational organization with 48 offices in 19 countries and the possibility to work abroadLaptop and a mobile phone10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)Maternity & Paternity leave plansA comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)Retirement savings plansA higher education certification policyCommuter benefits (varies by region)Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal developmentOn-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated coursesCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groupsCutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firmsA flat and approachable organizationA truly diverse, fun-loving and global work cultureSYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENTDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative "˜Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.