Manager at EXL Talent Acquisition Team

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cloud Architecture, AWS, GCP, Azure, Infrastructure as Code, DevOps, Security, Compliance, Networking, Cost Governance, Container Orchestration, Digital Transformation, Collaboration, Technical Leadership, Cloud Migration, Automation

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Job Description: Cloud Architect ;Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Cloud Architect with expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-native solutions, with a strong emphasis on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor and technical leader, guiding cloud strategy, architecture, and execution. While AWS expertise is essential, familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Microsoft Azure is considered a strong plus.The Cloud Architect will play a critical role in enabling digital transformation, modernizing applications, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation across multiple cloud platforms. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, DevOps, and security teams.Key ResponsibilitiesCloud Strategy & ArchitectureLead the design and development of cloud architectures (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) with a strong focus on AWS cloud services.Develop and maintain cloud adoption frameworks, roadmaps, and best practices for scalable and cost-optimized solutions.Advise leadership on emerging cloud technologies, trends, and architectural patterns.Ensure architectures support business objectives, scalability, high availability, resilience, and security.AWS Cloud ExpertiseArchitect solutions using AWS core services, including:Compute: EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda.Storage: S3, EFS, FSx, Glacier.Networking: VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53.Databases: RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, Redshift.Security & IAM: KMS, IAM, Secrets Manager, Security Hub.Management & Monitoring: CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Config.Design multi-account AWS environments using AWS Control Tower and Organizations.Implement cost governance strategies using AWS Cost Explorer, Budgets, and Trusted Advisor.Provide technical leadership in cloud migrations, modernization, and hybrid-cloud deployments.Multi-Cloud Enablement (Good-to-Have: GCP & Azure)Support interoperability between AWS, GCP, and Azure for hybrid and multi-cloud strategies.Familiarity with:Azure: Virtual Machines, App Services, AKS, Azure Functions, Blob Storage.GCP: Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, Cloud Storage.Offer guidance for portability and vendor lock-in mitigation.DevOps & AutomationIntegrate cloud architecture with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).Automate infrastructure provisioning using IaC tools: Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Pulumi.Champion DevSecOps practices with automated security checks and compliance scanning.Design observability solutions with Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or AWS-native tools.Security & ComplianceDesign architectures that adhere to compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).Implement Zero Trust and cloud-native security controls (WAF, GuardDuty, Shield).Establish identity federation and SSO with AWS IAM Identity Center (SSO), Azure AD, or Okta.Define key management policies, encryption standards, and secure networking patterns.Collaboration & Stakeholder EngagementPartner with business leaders to translate requirements into cloud strategies.Mentor cloud engineers, developers, and operations teams.Conduct technical workshops, proof of concepts (POCs), and architecture reviews.Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and internal security/compliance teams.Required Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.10+ years of IT experience, with 5+ years in cloud architecture (AWS priority).Deep knowledge of AWS cloud services, well-architected framework, and enterprise patterns.Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).Proficiency in container orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS, AKS, GKE).Hands-on expertise in network architecture (VPC peering, hybrid connectivity, VPN, Direct Connect).Strong understanding of cloud-native security, compliance, and cost governance.Experience with cloud migration strategies: re-hosting, re-platforming, re-architecting.Familiarity with multi-cloud solutions (GCP & Azure).Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills.Preferred Skills & CertificationsAWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (highly preferred).AWS Advanced Networking, Security, or DevOps certifications.Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Professional Cloud Architect (good to have).Knowledge of FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization.Familiarity with AI/ML workloads in the cloud (SageMaker, Vertex AI, Azure ML).Experience with disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP).Why Join Us?Work with a forward-thinking digital enterprise that values innovation and agility.Lead large-scale AWS-first cloud programs, with exposure to multi-cloud.Collaborative culture with cross-functional teams across DevOps, Security, AI/ML, and Product.Competitive compensation, training support, and continuous learning opportunities. ; EXL is the indispensable partner for leading businesses in data-led industries such as insurance, banking and financial services, healthcare, retail and logistics. We bring a unique combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technology and industry expertise to help our clients turn data into insights, streamline operations, improve customer experience, and transform their business. Our partnerships with clients are built on a foundation of collaboration – and we’ve been chosen as a partner by nine of the top ten leading US insurance companies, nine of the top 20 global banks, and six of the top ten US health care payers. We function as one team to make your goals our goals, whether that’s unlocking the value of generative AI or embedding analytics into workflows that reduce risk or power your growth. Clients choose EXL as their transformation partner for many reasons. Our geographic diversity make talent all over the world instantly accessible. Digital accelerators enable unmatched speed-to-value, letting you realize results fast. It’s our people that truly set us apart, though, including the 1,500 data scientists we have dedicated to our generative AI practice. And our more than twenty years of experience in delivering business services, garnering stellar client references, and maintaining a solid balance sheet are reassuring to our C-suite clients. Find out for yourself why clients, employees, and analysts think we’re some of the best in the business. Contact us to see how we can help you achieve your goals.

Responsibilities

The Cloud Architect will lead the design and development of cloud architectures, focusing on AWS services while advising on emerging technologies and ensuring compliance. This role involves collaborating with business stakeholders and mentoring teams to drive cloud strategy and execution.