Padmore Global Connections ยท 5 months ago
Senior Cloud Application Architect
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelPadmore Global Connections is seeking a Senior Cloud Application Architect for the Georgia Department of Human Services' Office of Information Technology. The role involves designing and implementing scalable, secure cloud-based solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and agency-specific requirements, focusing on technologies such as AWS, microservices, and DevOps practices.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance applications and systems using Java, C++, NodeJS, and Spring Boot. Focus on designing microservices-based architectures to enable flexibility, scalability, and ease of maintenance, ensuring solutions meet technical and business requirements
Ensure that the proposed solution approach is verified against industry standards, best practices, and the specific standards followed by the agency or organization. Review design decisions, technical choices, and ensure that they are applicable, relevant, and compliant with applicable regulations, frameworks, and security standards
Design, develop, and implement microservices-based solutions that break down monolithic applications into manageable, modular components, promote scalability, resiliency, and independent deployment. Ensure that microservices are secure, efficient, and adhere to best practices
Architect cloud-based solutions utilizing AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, ECS, EKS). Design and implement cloud-native solutions that prioritize availability, security, and cost efficiency
Experience in managing and automating infrastructure deployments using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation to ensure efficient, scalable, and secure cloud resource management across multiple environments
Leverage Salesforce and ServiceNow platforms for seamless integration and automation, optimizing customer relationship management (CRM) and IT service management (ITSM) workflows
Design and implement monitoring solutions for infrastructure, applications, and business processes using Dynatrace and Splunk, ensuring integration between the monitoring tools and other system components (Cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, microservices, etc.)
Design, implement, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, and AWS CodePipeline. Implement DevOps practices to automate code deployment, testing, and infrastructure provisioning, ensuring they adhere to security and compliance standards
Utilize Docker for containerizing applications and Kubernetes or AWS ECS/EKS for container orchestration, enabling highly scalable and portable applications
Design and manage both relational and NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB). Ensure database scalability, performance optimization, and proper integration with applications while adhering to the agency's data governance standards
Work closely with third-party vendors to ensure that external solutions and products integrate seamlessly with overall architecture. Evaluate vendor solutions, manage expectations, and ensure delivery within scope, timeline, and quality standards
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management, development, operations, and security teams, to align solutions with business objectives. Ensure seamless communication and integration across various workstreams and stakeholders
Continuously evaluate the performance and efficiency of existing systems, proposing improvements and optimizations to enhance scalability, security, and user experience. Ensure solutions remain adaptable and relevant as business requirements evolve
Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to architectural best practices. Mentor junior architects and developers
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience as a Solution Architect or similar role with hands-on experience in designing complex systems
Proficiency in Java, C++, NodeJS, NestJS, Angular, and Spring Boot for application development
Strong experience in integrating with Salesforce and ServiceNow platforms
Expertise in AWS cloud technologies (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, ECS/EKS, etc.)
In-depth knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, including Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, and AWS CodePipeline
Hands-on experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes, Amazon ECS, or EKS
Strong understanding of both relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB) database systems
Proficient in using Git for version control and collaborative development workflows
Experience in system design and architectural decision-making, with a focus on high-availability, scalability, and performance
Strong ability to verify solution compliance with both industry standards and organizational requirements
Proven experience in vendor management, including evaluating third-party solutions, integrating external products, and maintaining productive vendor relationships
Experience working effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth collaboration across different departments and workstreams
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
Preferred
Experience with other cloud platforms such as Azure or Google Cloud
Familiarity with additional frameworks such as Spring Cloud, Microservices, and GraphQL
Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Salesforce Platform Developer)
Experience in ensuring regulatory compliance and data security standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) in architectural designs
Experience in any of Integration platforms like MuleSoft/Boomi is a plus
Company
Padmore Global Connections
Padmore Global Connections LLC (PGC) is a premier provider of cutting-edge technology and project management solutions with locations in North Brunswick NJ, Medford MA, Herndon VA and Monroe NC.
Founded in 2019
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Eric Ayim, B. Acc., PMP
CFO & Co-Founder
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