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CLS Living

AWS Solution Architect

CLS Living, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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CLS Living

, our mission is simple: to deliver unparalleled

resident experience and foster an

exceptional workplace environment . We are committed to building a

world‑class team

of passionate individuals who thrive in a culture of positivity, creativity, and continuous growth.

Each day brings new opportunities to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful impact. We take pride in our vibrant, design‑forward communities and in the devoted teams who manage them with care and integrity. Our success starts with our people—and when our team thrives, our residents do too.

Company Benefits & Perks We believe in rewarding our team with benefits that support both personal and professional well‑being:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with Company Matching

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance & Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities

Supportive, Fun, and Flexible Work Environment

Access to an

Unmatched Company Culture that values individuality and innovation

The Role: At-a-Glance We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic AWS Solutions Architect to design, build, and optimize our cloud infrastructure, data systems, and AI‑driven analytics in alignment with our Entrata software platform and broader business initiatives.

This brand‑new position offers the opportunity to shape the company’s cloud and data ecosystem from the ground up. You will help define how data should flow, what information is needed, why it matters, and build custom tools and solutions that integrate with and enhance Entrata.

The ideal candidate is an experienced, certified AWS professional who can work independently, lead strategically, and deliver scalable, secure, and innovative cloud‑based solutions tailored to our industry.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement AWS‑based infrastructure for data collection, storage, and analytics.

Deploy and manage AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, CloudFormation, and IAM.

Ensure high availability, scalability, and security across all AWS environments.

Automate environment setup and deployment using Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.

Collaborate on data flows and integrations that support Entrata and CLS operational systems.

Data Management & Integration

Architect and manage ETL pipelines to gather data from multiple internal systems (Entrata, CRM, IoT, property management, and financial platforms).

Build and maintain data lakes and warehouses using AWS Glue, S3, and Redshift.

Develop RESTful APIs and data interfaces to integrate with Entrata and third‑party applications.

Implement governance, monitoring, and optimization strategies to ensure clean, reliable data.

Pull and structure market data to drive business intelligence and forecasting.

Business Intelligence & Analytics

Build interactive dashboards and reporting tools using AWS QuickSight.

Support operations, finance, and property management teams with data visualization, KPIs, and insights.

Integrate AI/ML tools (Amazon SageMaker, Bedrock) for forecasting, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling.

Strategy, Leadership & Custom Development

Work in‑office to understand the business strategy and define how data supports each function.

Develop custom tools and software that fit CLS Living’s needs and enhance Entrata’s capabilities.

Collaborate across departments to identify gaps and implement scalable, innovative solutions.

Serve as a key technical advisor and architect, providing guidance on data and cloud strategy.

Security & Compliance

Apply AWS best practices for encryption, IAM policies, and compliance with internal standards.

Monitor and manage system health using CloudWatch, Config, and GuardDuty.

Required

5+ years of hands‑on AWS architecture or data engineering experience.

AWS Certification (Solutions Architect — Professional required).

Strong background in AWS services: S3, Lambda, Glue, QuickSight, CloudFormation, API Gateway, IAM, Bedrock.

Experience integrating and optimizing Entrata software or similar real‑estate management systems.

Strategic thinker who can operate autonomously — this is not a junior‑level role.

Must be able to work in the office (with possible hybrid flexibility).

NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME

Preferred

Experience in real‑estate, property management, or student housing industries.

Knowledge of BI tools and visualization platforms (QuickSight, Power BI, etc.).

Familiarity with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and Git‑based workflows.

Key Outcomes / Success Metrics

Entrata and AWS systems fully integrated and optimized.

Cloud infrastructure that is scalable, secure, and cost‑effective.

AI‑powered dashboards and insights driving operational efficiency.

Strategic tools and solutions tailored to CLS Living’s business model.

Reliable market data pipelines supporting forecasting and analysis.

Who You Are We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment and who sees every challenge as an opportunity to improve the resident experience. The ideal candidate will:

Be a passionate

mentor and team builder , invested in the growth and development of others.

Act as an

ambassador of the CLS Living culture , bringing energy, pride, and leadership to the community.

Have a

personal drive to excel , grow within the company, and take ownership of their role.

Possess an

entrepreneurial spirit , always looking for innovative ways to enhance operations, resident satisfaction, and property performance.

Demonstrate a

solutions‑first mindset , handling challenges with professionalism and integrity.

We conduct criminal background and drug screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer CLS Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

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