KLA · 13 hours ago
Principal Cloud Architect
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$163K/yr - $285K/yr
10+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, seeking a Principal Cloud Architect to design and optimize scalable cloud architecture. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to define cloud strategy and deliver high-quality cloud solutions aligned with organizational goals.
ElectronicsManufacturingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Design and architect secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, GCP, or hybrid environments
Lead cloud modernization initiatives including application refactoring, re-platforming, and migration from on‑premises to cloud
Define cloud architecture standards, reference architectures, and best practices
Knowledge and experience with On-prem infrastructure , Virtualization and App delivery technologies
Modernize and transform software development environment
Collaborate with stakeholders to build CI/CD pipelines, IaC templates, and automated deployment frameworks
Establish governance, cost-optimization, tagging standards, and operational frameworks
Conduct architectural reviews, threat modeling, and performance optimization
Guide cloud security posture, compliance frameworks, and identity and access management (IAM)
Mentor cloud engineers, DevOps teams, and solution architects
Evaluate new cloud technologies and drive innovation
Proficient in configuring and managing Azure networking components, including virtual networks, subnets, network security groups, and load balancers
Create architecture diagrams, documentation, technical roadmaps, and executive presentations
Experience to work in a Enterprise environment with more that 15000 employees
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design
Expert in Azure/AWS/GCP services
Solid understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and cloud security best practices
Experience with network design and implementation in a cloud environment
Solid understanding of networking, security, and automation
Experience with CI/CD, logging, monitoring, and FinOps
Deep expertise in major cloud platform: Azure / AWS / Google Cloud
Strong foundations in cloud networking, security, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, and microservices
Experience with AI technologies and tools
Hands-on experience with Terraform, CloudFormation
Experience with CI/CD and DevOps tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps, Jenkins
Strong understanding of cloud governance, FinOps, cost control, and monitoring
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC2, HIPAA, FedRAMP, ISO27001)
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in configuring and managing Azure networking components, including virtual networks, subnets, network security groups, and load balancers
Experience to work in a Enterprise environment with more that 15000 employees
Preferred
Professional cloud certifications preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
Student debt assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Development and career growth opportunities and programs
Financial planning benefits
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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