Space Dynamics Laboratory · 17 hours ago
Senior AWS Cloud Architect
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $175K/yr
13+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is a leader in space-based technologies and infrastructure, dedicated to advancing national security and scientific discovery. They are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of cloud-enabled satellite ground system solutions, ensuring secure and scalable infrastructure to support mission-critical operations.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of secure, high-performing cloud architectures for satellite ground systems
Define cloud architecture strategy, evaluate alternatives, and recommend best-fit solutions
Architect and implement mission data flow and processing frameworks with built-in monitoring and escalation tooling
Design and template Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for repeatable, automated deployments
Architect and govern security and compliance frameworks, including NIST control implementation and automated evidence generation
Architect cloud networking solutions for internal and external system integration
Lead containerization and orchestration strategies and best practices
Design and manage cloud data storage and data management solutions
Evaluate cloud performance, reliability, and cost, and recommend continuous improvements
Provide architectural oversight for system integration, operations, sustainment, and lifecycle management to ensure alignment with strategic goals
Serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor to customers and program leadership
Mentor and guide senior and junior engineering staff, establishing best practices for cloud engineering and ensuring technical excellence across the team
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience, master's with 13+ years, or PhD with 9+ years (engineering or science discipline)
AWS Core Infrastructure & Compute: Expert-level knowledge of AWS compute and container services (EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda, Fargate), and storage solutions (S3, EBS, Storage Gateway)
AWS Data & Database Technologies: Advanced proficiency with AWS database services including RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, ElastiCache, and Redshift for enterprise-scale data management
AWS Networking & Security: Deep expertise in VPC design, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, and comprehensive security services including IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager, WAF, Shield, GuardDuty, and Security Hub
Infrastructure Automation & DevOps: Advanced experience with Terraform for AWS infrastructure automation
Monitoring, Observability & Cost Optimization: Proven expertise with AWS monitoring tools (CloudWatch, X-Ray, CloudTrail) and demonstrated ability to implement cost optimization strategies using Cost Explorer, Budgets, and Savings Plans
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to explain complex technical concepts to diverse technical and business audiences
AWS Solutions Architect – Professional certification required; equivalent Azure certifications accepted
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage risk, and deliver solutions from concept to deployment
Ability to build and maintain trusted customer relationships
High attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Preferred
Experience working in Agile development environments
Experience supporting national security, Air Force, or space-domain ground systems
Knowledge of satellite communications protocols and standards
Experience with cybersecurity best practices for highly secure or mission-critical systems
Experience integrating complex cloud platforms with external or legacy ground systems
Benefits
Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
Company
Space Dynamics Laboratory
Space Dynamics Laboratory is served as a nonprofit unit of the utah state university research foundation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Darin Partridge
C4ISR Systems Division Director
Jed Hancock
President
Recent News
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