Cloud Lead Architect

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP
• Lead cloud network architecture, including VPC/VNet design, routing, connectivity, 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 including API Gateways, microservices, and 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

Requirements

• 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 such as ISO and SOC2

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP Architect)
• Security certifications such as CISSP or CCSP
• Experience in enterprise-scale cloud transformation projects

About the Company

Fractal aims to power every human decision in the enterprise through expertise in artificial intelligence, design, engineering, and digital transformation. We create cutting-edge solutions to complex business problems by combining our technical expertise with industry-leading data and software platforms.