Cloud Architect

Launch Consulting

• $160K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure, or engineering roles.
  • Experience consulting with enterprise clients on cloud strategy and execution.
  • Hands-on expertise in at least two major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation.
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD, automation, containerization, and DevOps practices.
  • Deep knowledge of cloud security, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and business audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and implementation of enterprise-grade cloud architecture across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • Guide clients through cloud adoption, addressing business and technical challenges.
  • Architect scalable and secure cloud-native or hybrid solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and security to ensure cloud infrastructure delivery.
  • Provide thought leadership on multi-cloud and cloud-agnostic strategies.
  • Develop architecture artifacts tailored to stakeholder needs.
  • Engage in pre-sales and discovery to recommend target-state solutions.
  • Implement infrastructure-as-code using tools like Terraform and CloudFormation.
  • Mentor project teams to maintain architectural standards and quality.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Life insurance benefits.
  • Matched 401k plan.
  • Uncapped, flexible PTO policy for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
The Role:
Launch is seeking a seasoned Cloud Architect to lead the design and delivery of modern, cloud-agnostic solutions for our enterprise clients. In this highly consultative role, you will work closely with stakeholders to shape cloud strategy, guide architecture decisions, and drive transformational outcomes across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. You'll bring both technical depth and business acumen to help clients unlock the full value of cloud-while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade cloud architecture across public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Guide clients through cloud adoption journeys, bringing a consultative mindset to solve complex business and technical challenges.
  • Architect cloud-native and hybrid solutions that prioritize scalability, security, resilience, and cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and security teams to ensure successful delivery and governance of cloud infrastructure.
  • Provide thought leadership on best practices for multi-cloud and cloud-agnostic strategies.
  • Develop architecture artifacts including diagrams, roadmaps, and documentation tailored to stakeholder needs.
  • Participate in pre-sales and discovery engagements to assess current-state infrastructure and recommend target-state solutions.
  • Implement infrastructure-as-code using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates.
  • Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring architectural standards and delivery quality are upheld.
Required Qualifications:
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure, or engineering roles.
  • Proven experience consulting with enterprise clients, leading cloud strategy and execution.
  • Strong hands-on expertise across at least two major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, or Pulumi.
  • Solid grasp of CI/CD, automation, containerization, and modern DevOps practices.
  • Deep understanding of cloud security best practices, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to tailor messages for both technical and business stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certifications in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
  • Experience designing cloud governance, networking, and landing zones
  • Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar
  • Prior experience working in or with a consulting firm or systems integrator
Compensation & Benefits:
As an employee at Launch, you will grow your skills and experience through a variety of exciting project work (across industries and technologies) with some of the top companies in the world! Our employees receive full benefits-medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and matched 401k. We also have an uncapped, take-what-you-need PTO policy. The anticipated wage range for this role is $160,000-$180,000. Education and experience will be highly considered, and we are happy to discuss your wage expectations in more detail throughout our internal interview process.

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