AWS Solutions Architect

Architectural Leadership Design and implement cutting-edge data lakehouse architectures on AWS, utilizing services including AWS Lake Formation, Amazon Redshift, Amazon S3, and AWS Glue Define comprehensive data strategy encompassing ingestion, processing, storage, and governance for diverse data types and sources Establish architectural patterns and standards that ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability across the data platform Advanced Analytics & AI/ML Integration Architect seamless integration between data lakehouse infrastructure and machine learning services, particularly Amazon SageMaker Enable data scientists and analysts to build, train, and deploy models at scale through well-designed data pipelines and ML workflows Design analytics frameworks that support both batch and real-time processing requirements Infrastructure Excellence Leverage AWS Systems Manager and other operational tools to automate infrastructure management, security patching, and monitoring Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like AWS CloudFormation or Terraform Ensure operational excellence through robust monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery strategies Cost Optimization & Security Implement comprehensive cost management strategies including resource optimization, right-sizing, and efficient data lifecycle policies Design and enforce security best practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Establish data governance frameworks that maintain data quality, lineage, and access controls Stakeholder Collaboration Partner closely with data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions Present architectural designs and recommendations to senior leadership and technical teams Drive cross-functional initiatives that align technical capabilities with business objectives Technical Leadership & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and engineers Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and best practices adoption Lead technical reviews, architecture discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions Required Qualifications Professional Experience 5+ years of proven experience as a Solutions Architect, Cloud Architect, or similar role with focus on data and analytics solutions Demonstrated success in architecting and implementing large-scale data platforms on AWS Strong track record of delivering complex technical projects from conception to production deployment AWS Technical Expertise Data & Analytics Services: Deep expertise with Amazon Redshift, AWS Lake Formation, AWS Glue, Amazon S3, Amazon EMR, and Amazon Kinesis AI/ML Services: Hands-on experience with Amazon SageMaker, including model training, deployment, and MLOps practices Management & Governance: Proficiency with AWS Systems Manager, IAM, CloudWatch, AWS Config, and AWS CloudTrail Integration & Orchestration: Experience with AWS Step Functions, Lambda, and API Gateway Technical Skills Strong background in designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures Experience with data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehouse design principles Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, SQL, and infrastructure automation tools Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for data and ML workloads Certifications AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (required) AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty (preferred) Additional relevant certifications are a plus Location Requirements Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Tampa, Florida Hybrid work environment with occasional travel for client engagements and team collaboration Job Type: Contract Pay: $80.00 - $90.00 per hour Work Location: In person