Senior AWS Solutions Architect

Senior Solutions Architect
 

Remote U.S. (designated states)

Department: Core Development
 

This position may be performed from one of the following U.S. states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IN, KS, MA, MI, MS, NC, NV, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Architecture Design:
  • Design, develop, and implement scalable and resilient architectures on AWS that meet business and technical requirements.
  • Evaluate new technologies and ensure Raintree’s New-Gen architecture is keeping up with modern engineering patterns.
• AWS Services Expertise:
  • Utilize a wide range of AWS services with a heavy emphasis on serverless technologies.
  • Design solutions that leverage microservices architectures for improved scalability and cost-efficiency.
• Development and Implementation:
  • Lead the implementation of architectural designs, providing technical guidance and support to development teams.
  • Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK.
  • Work closely with product and engineering to ensure features are designed leveraging the appropriate designs.
• Performance Optimization:
  • Optimize performance and resource utilization of AWS infrastructure components to ensure high availability and scalability.
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to proactively identify and address performance issues.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Ensure that cloud solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements (e.g.,HIPAA).
  • Implement security controls, encryption, and access management strategies to protect data and resources.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
  • Create comprehensive documentation of architecture designs, configurations, and deployment procedures.
  • Share knowledge and best practices with team members through training sessions and peer reviews

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (10+ years) as an Enterprise Architect or Lead Engineer with expertise in AWS.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript for web development.
• In-depth understanding of cloud computing principles and architectures.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• AWS certification(s) such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or AWS Certified Developer - Associate is a plus.

• Significant experience working and leading cross-functionally in high growth organizations
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize and get things done in a fast paced environment.

Our Perks

• Remote Work/Work From Home
• Paid Time Off/11 Paid Holidays/Year-End Holiday Break
• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave