Senior Cloud Architect (Microsoft Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure)

Company Description

Job Description

The Senior Cloud Architect will play a pivotal role in driving Cornerstone’s digital transformation and accelerating its growth within the industry. This position is instrumental in delivering high-quality, enterprise-level solutions that harness the latest technology advancements, fostering sustainable development and facilitating business expansion.

As a Senior Cloud Architect, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in crafting comprehensive enterprise cloud strategies. Your responsibilities span the entire cloud adoption lifecycle, from initial assessments and design to proof-of-concepts, documentation, planning, execution, and ongoing optimization. By leveraging your expertise, you will guide Cornerstone in maximizing the benefits of cloud technology, positioning the company for long-term success in a rapidly evolving landscape.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, implement, and test technical solutions based on business requirements
• Identify potential issues and implement solutions proactively
• Serve as the technical subject-matter expert and a resource for technical escalation
• Identify enhancement opportunities and assist in developing them across the enterprise through innovation and automation
• Enable faster and smarter business processes
• Engage with senior managers regularly, reporting on project status, activities, and achievements
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience (relevant certifications are a plus)
• 10+ years of relevant experience within the technology space
• 10+ years of experience planning, designing, documenting, and driving architecture
• 5+ years of relevant experience with automation and orchestration to deploy architecture
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Strong understanding of security and compliance considerations in Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Expert in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Strong understanding of AI technologies and their applications in cloud platforms
• Knowledge of Azure AI services and integration capabilities
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Expert (AZ-305)
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Professional
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Technical Requirements:

• Expert level experience with Azure Resource Groups, Key Vaults, VMs, VMSS, Storage resources, and infrastructure design for applications
• Expert level experience Architecting, designing, and implementing Azure Networking Services: Hub-n-Spoke,Virtual WAN, Virtual Network, Secure Hub, NSGs, Load Balancers, Application Gateway, Firewall, VPN Gateway, Azure DNS, Traffic Manager/FrontDoor, Express Route
• Expert level experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure compute services: Flexible shapes, file systems, object storage, DBaaS
• Expert level experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure networking services: VCN, DRG, Tenant Peering, NSGs, Network and Flexible load balancing, and Fastconnect
• Expert level experience with containerization technologies (AKS, Docker, Containers, and Kubernetes)
• Expert level experience utilizing Infrastructure as Code in a multi-cloud environment. Proficient with ARM, Bicep, and Terraform as well as devop pipelines for application development, deployment, and testing
• Expert level experience in Cloud Platform Governance and security standards in both Azure and OCI
• Familiarity with Identity and Access models in on-prem (Active Directory) and public cloud ( SAML SSO, MFA)
• Experience Integrating AI technologies into Azure Infrastructure to enhance automation, Machine Learning, and intelligent communication capabilities
• Experience working closely with data scientists and AI specialists to implement machine learning models within the Azure Infrastructure
• Ensure Azure and OCI Tenants compliance with industry regulations and company policies
• Hands-on experience with both lift-and-shift and greenfield Cloud migrations
• Ability to create and maintain detailed architecture diagrams and documentation
• Proven understanding of Project Management
• Strong knowledge and experience in IT Operations and Support Models

Core Competencies:

• Provide energy, inspiration, and passion
• Ability to influence the adoption of new ideas or approaches
• Ability to understand end-user needs and user experience
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Independent worker who proactively seeks to improve both self and work environment
• Persuasive with respect to conceiving, creating, and delivering business cases to senior executives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Cross-functional and cross-organizational collaboration
• Strong quantitative and analytical competency
• Self-starter who is flexible and organized, able to handle competing priorities
• Detail oriented, open-minded, innovative, and must model Cornerstone’s core values and leadership behaviors

Additional Information

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 -140,000 + 10% Annual Bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)