Cloud Lead Architect

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Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled Cloud Lead Architect with strong expertise in cloud infrastructure, networking, security products, and modern workloads including GenAI and API-driven architectures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud environments across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

  
  

• Lead cloud network architecture, including VPC/VNet design, routing, connectivity (VPN, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute), and segmentation.

  
  

• Implement and manage cloud security solutions such as firewalls, WAF, Zero Trust, IAM, and data protection controls.

  
  

• Architect and support GenAI workloads, including integration with LLMs, vector databases, and AI/ML platforms.

  
  

• Design and manage API architectures (API Gateway, microservices, integrations).

  
  

• Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery for all cloud deployments.

  
  

• Perform cost optimization, governance, and compliance enforcement.

  
  

• Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams for seamless cloud adoption.

  
  

• Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance tuning.

  
  

Required Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.

  
  

• Deep understanding of cloud networking and security architecture.

  
  

• Experience with security tools such as WAF, firewalls (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto), and Zscaler.

  
  

• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.

  
  

• Exposure to GenAI ecosystems (e.g., OpenAI, Bedrock, Vertex AI) and vector databases.

  
  

• Experience with API management platforms (Apigee, Azure API Management, AWS API Gateway).

  
  

• Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).

  
  

• Good knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC2, etc.).

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP Architect).

  
  

• Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP) are a plus.

  
  

• Experience in enterprise-scale cloud transformation projects.

  
  

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

India: HiringsupportIndia@fractal.ai

Outside India: HiringsupportROW@fractal.ai

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