Platform Engineer (Cloud / DevOps Architect – AWS)

Role Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud & DevOps Architect with strong AWS, IaC, and cloud-native architecture expertise to lead cloud migrations, platform modernization, and DevOps enablement initiatives for enterprise clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure AWS architectures, including multi-account and landing zone setups using AWS Control Tower.
• Lead cloud migration programs, transforming on-premise and monolithic systems into cloud-native microservices architectures.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation for consistent, automated provisioning.
• Drive DevOps and CI/CD automation, improving deployment reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Harden and govern AWS IAM, security policies, and cost optimisation (FinOps) across AWS organisations.
• Design and optimise cloud networking using VPCs, Transit Gateway, Route53, VPC Endpoints, WAF, and Network Firewall.
• Build and deliver PoCs (e.g., MLOps, serverless automation using Lambda, EventBridge, Systems Manager).
• Provide technical leadership, architecture guidance, and client advisory across CCoE, platform, and DevOps teams.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 18+ years of overall IT experience with 8+ years in AWS, DevOps, and cloud architecture roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS services, serverless architectures, and cloud security best practices.
• Advanced knowledge of Terraform (HashiCorp Certified Associate) and cloud automation frameworks.
• Experience with Docker, Linux, Nginx, ELK, WAF, databases (MongoDB, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Proven experience in enterprise cloud governance, cost optimisation, and operational excellence.
• Strong background in architecture design, migration planning, and stakeholder engagement.

Certifications (Highly Preferred):

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• AWS Security, Networking, Database - Specialty
• HashiCorp Terraform Associate

Nice to Have:

• Experience delivering client training and CCoE enablement.
• Exposure to MLOps platforms on AWS.