Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Job summary

The Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect is a senior leadership role responsible for defining, driving, and delivering the enterprise cloud strategy across Azure and AWS. This role involves architecting the migration of on-premises and data center workloads to cloud-native environments, establishing Infrastructure-as-Code standards, and embedding AI and machine learning capabilities into the infrastructure fabric. The architect will also lead a high-performing engineering team, ensuring the infrastructure is resilient, secure, AI-ready, intelligent, and built for future innovation.

Benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in cloud platforms, Azure and AWS, with a focus on architecture and infrastructure development
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code tools, AI integration, and machine learning methodologies
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on achieving business objectives
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with leadership experience in a similar role
• Proven track record of successful cloud strategy execution and AI integration in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management in cloud environments

Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation of a comprehensive cloud strategy aligning with corporate goals, emphasizing AI integration to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business needs and regulatory requirements, driving organizational growth and innovation
• Spearhead architectural decisions for cloud adoption, focusing on performance, scalability, and resilience
• Utilize AI-driven analytics to optimize resource allocation and infrastructure stability, ensuring seamless migration of workloads to cloud-native environments
• Establish robust monitoring frameworks using AI tools for real-time insights into cloud performance
• Drive continuous improvements, ensuring infrastructure remains agile, secure, and capable of supporting Empower's rapid growth and innovation targets
• Develop and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code best practices, ensuring consistent and efficient deployment across environments
• Leverage AI to automate code reviews and enhance deployment accuracy, minimizing human errors and reducing deployment times
• Lead initiatives to embed AI and machine learning capabilities within the infrastructure, enhancing predictive analytics, operational efficiency, and proactive issue resolution
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging team members to explore cutting-edge AI technologies and methodologies
• Architect solutions that ensure infrastructure scalability aligns with business growth
• Use AI-powered tools to anticipate capacity needs and automate scaling processes, ensuring resources meet demand without compromising performance or security
• Build and nurture a high-performing engineering team, providing guidance and fostering professional growth
• Encourage a collaborative environment where team members can leverage AI tools to enhance problem-solving capabilities and drive innovation
• Define clear objectives and performance metrics aligned with organizational goals
• Utilize AI-driven insights to evaluate team performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure alignment with Empower's strategic vision
• Collaborate with other departments to understand business needs, integrating their input into cloud infrastructure projects
• Leverage AI to streamline communication and coordination, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with company objectives
• Oversee the implementation of security measures and compliance protocols across cloud infrastructure
• Utilize AI-driven analytics to proactively identify vulnerabilities, ensuring Empower remains secure and adheres to industry regulations

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