Cloud Engineering Architect
Accurate BackgroundSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial ServicesIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture roles
- Deep expertise in one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, DevOps, and automation
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures
- Proven track record of leading large-scale cloud transformation initiatives
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of cloud-native and hybrid architectures that meet business, security, and compliance requirements
- Define and evolve the enterprise cloud strategy, standards, and best practices
- Serve as a technical leader and advisor across multiple teams, influencing cloud adoption and modernization efforts
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation
- Establish cloud governance frameworks, cost optimization strategies, and operational excellence
- Work closely with engineering, security, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions
- Coach and mentor architects, engineers, and developers on cloud best practices and architectural patterns
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What qualifications are required for the Principal Cloud Architect role?
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field is required, along with 10+ years of IT experience including at least 5 years in cloud architecture roles. Candidates need deep expertise in major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, DevOps, and automation, experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures, and a proven track record of leading large-scale cloud transformations. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills are also essential.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this Principal Cloud Architect role remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What does the company culture look like at Northern Trust?
Northern Trust emphasizes enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity, with over 22,000 partners providing innovative financial services using leading technology and exceptional service. The role involves leadership, mentorship, collaboration across teams, and driving innovation in a Fortune 500 financial institution.
What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Cloud Architect position?
Strong candidates will have cloud certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation), familiarity with multi-cloud and hybrid environments, and strong coding skills in Python, Go, Java, or similar for infrastructure tooling. A background in regulated industries is preferred, along with a visionary approach to leading cloud strategy and transformations.
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