Senior Digital Architect (Senior AWS Cloud Architect)

Career Area:
Business Technologies, Digital and Data
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Senior Digital Architect (Senior AWS Cloud Architect) to join our Financial Systems -CAT IT Division.
The preference for this role is to be based out of Bangalore - Caterpillar PSN
Job Summary:
If you are passionate about building platforms that enable data ingestion, transformation and fuelling advanced data analytics, this position for our Global finance Data Platform Team is the perfect job for you! Our team is looking for an experienced AWS cloud Architect to be part of a dynamic, high performing team leading the development and implementation of the Global Finance Data & Analytics platform. This team is performing a vital role in transforming our mindset to using data as an enterprise asset by enabling platforms that bring data to modernized data platform on AWS & Snowflake.
We are looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Architect to join our team. The AWS Cloud Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and monitoring complex AWS Cloud Solutions and infrastructure for the Caterpillar IT organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud computing, AWS products and services, and experience in designing and deploying architecture on the AWS platform.
Role Definition
Participates in defining functional designs and application systems architecture across various digital platforms.

• Responsibilities
• Developing detailed architecture deliverables to solve business problems
• Designing an application's technical infrastructure, such as specific databases, programming languages, utilities, and testing approaches.
• Leading the evaluation and deployment of new technologies to add or enhance existing digital technical capabilities.
• Participating in addressing business requirements for applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver digital solutions that meets business results

What you will do

• Design and deploy dynamically scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant, and reliable applications on AWS.
• Select appropriate AWS services to design and deploy an application based on given requirements.
• Migrate complex, multi-tier applications on AWS.
• Implement cost-control strategies.
• Design and deploy enterprise-wide scalable operations on AWS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the system is implemented correctly and take responsibility for any issues that might arise because of the designed architecture.
  Advise on best practices for cloud security and compliance.
  Manage and monitor AWS cloud resources.
  Create and maintain disaster recovery strategies. Provide expertise on application and infrastructure architecture on the AWS platform.
  Continuously review existing tech stack and suggest improvements and upgrades.

What you will have

• 8-10 years of experience in the IT industry with a minimum of 6 years of AWS experience, which entails architecting large, complex systems and large-scale projects.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred but not mandatory.
• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate/Professional) is a mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of cloud concepts, architecture patterns, and best practices.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining AWS solutions.
• Hands-on experience with any cloud, preferably AWS, is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical solutions clearly. Knowledge of basic AWS offerings such as S3, EC2, RDS, RedShift, etc.
• Familiarity with cloud governance knowledge and best practices in the AWS Cloud

Skills desired:
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Level Extensive Experience: • Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances. • Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation. • Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research. • Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action. • Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts. • Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Level Working Knowledge: • Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient. • Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness. • Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work. • Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate. • Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.
What you will get:

• Work Life Harmony
• Earned and medical leave.
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation assistance

Holistic Development

• Personal and professional development through Caterpillar 's employee resource groups across the globe
• Career developments opportunities with global prospects

Health and Wellness

• Medical coverage -Medical, life and personal accident coverage
• Employee mental wellness assistance program

Financial Wellness

• Employee investment plan
• Pay for performance -Annual incentive Bonus plan.

Additional Information:
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Posting Dates:
December 19, 2024 - December 25, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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