Cloud/Application Architect

at  Robots and Pencils

WE EMBRACE A TALENT-LED CULTURE

Our work is driven by our team’s desire to be pioneers.
In 2009, we created Robots & Pencils with the then-contrarian view that mobile would be more transformative than the Internet. Turns out we were right.
Today, our thinking is rooted in the belief that, in the age of unprecedented technology acceleration, maintaining a competitive advantage requires new strategies and a focus on innovation.
Our approach has been to create a company designed to follow the talent, allowing us to amass an unfair share of hyper-skilled people who call Robots & Pencils home. A team of people who not only develop innovative solutions to transform businesses, but also create products that have been previously inconceivable.

BUT WE ALSO KNOW A JOB ISN’T JUST DEFINED BY THE ABOVE, SO WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN BEING A COMPANY THAT ALSO OFFERS:

• A #FollowTheTalent mentality - meaning you can be located anywhere in North America and work remotely. (We have 10+ years of experience building virtual working environments #WeKnowWhatWereDoing)
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment where we’re constantly #alwayslearning.And lastly, a team that cares about you and wants to drive the talent experience. How do we do this? Over the years we’ve hosted comedian shows, had holiday parties, happy hours, brunches with the CEO, surprise coffee runs for the team, health & wellness events and prizes, trivia nights, surprise dinners for R&P team members and their family and so much more! (And yes, we’ve prioritized a way to do these things in a virtual setting and not just in person - thank you Zoom!)
• We are seeking a skilled and visionary Cloud/Application Architect to join our growing company, specializing in providing tailored technology solutions to clients. The ideal candidate will lead cloud and application architecture initiatives, modernize infrastructure, and drive innovative cloud solutions for our clients. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset to design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Cloud Strategy and Modernization:
• Lead technology cloud migration and modernization initiatives aligned with clients’ strategic IT plans.
• Analyze and recommend solutions for migrating legacy applications to modern cloud platforms.
• Implementation and Maintenance:
• Design and implement cloud management solutions, ensuring automation, notifications, and reporting are optimally configured.
• Collaborate with application teams to migrate and integrate legacy applications into cloud services.
• Project Delivery:
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of cloud and application architecture projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and meet client expectations.
• Work closely with delivery managers to define timelines, deliverables, and milestones for client engagements.
• Ensure seamless collaboration between cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaboration with Offshore Teams:
• Coordinate and collaborate with Eastern European offshore development teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Define clear requirements, timelines, and deliverables for offshore team contributions.
• Review technical documentation & code releases from offshore team
• Foster effective communication between onshore and offshore teams to address technical challenges and maintain alignment on goals.
• Monitor and ensure quality standards are met in deliverables from offshore development teams
• Technical Leadership:
• Lead planning discussions, gather customer requirements, and develop technical specs.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership for solution architecture and design, adhering to industry best practices.
• Identify deviations from target architecture and propose actionable solutions.
• Enterprise Collaboration:
• Work closely with architecture teams to define cloud infrastructure designs and best practices.
• Present technical designs and strategies to business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Standards and Mentorship:
• Establish, maintain, and socialize reference standards for technical architecture, patterns, and design guidelines.
• Provide clients and team members with guidance on implementing cloud architecture best practices.
• Solution Design and Review:
• Lead design reviews, evaluate alternatives, and guide teams in implementing optimal solutions.
• Develop and maintain architecture artifacts in the enterprise repository.
• Research and Strategy Development:
• Contribute to IT strategy by conducting research and aligning technology initiatives with business goals.
• Stay informed about emerging cloud technologies and incorporate them into modernization programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 7 plus years of development and 4 years of experience in architecting, maintaining, and managing technology across various technical and business domains.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms, including AWS and Azure, with expertise in their services, features, and pricing models.
• Professional certifications in AWS or Azure preferred.
• Proven hands-on experience with:
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• Cloud infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, security).

• CI/CD pipelines, containers (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), serverless computing, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a dynamic consulting environment.PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Experience designing highly available, fault-tolerant architectures in multi-cloud and multi-site deployments.
• Knowledge of auto-scaling and load balancing techniques.
• Expertise in creating and maintaining strategic artifacts for solution design.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills to engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders.PERSONAL COMPETENCY:
• Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability, delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
• Thrives in collaborative environments, effectively working with geographically dispersed teams.
• Flexible and adaptable, quickly adjusting to evolving client needs and dynamic project requirements.
• Embraces a practical, hands-on approach with a startup mindset, focusing on execution over theory.
• Resourceful and proactive, with a proven ability to swiftly acquire knowledge to overcome challenges and remove blockers.
• An innovative thinker who simplifies complex problems through creative and effective solutions.

Please refer the Job description for details