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BizTek People

Senior Solutions Architect

BizTek People, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Title: Senior Solutions Architect

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Remote

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced AWS Full Stack Architect to design, implement, and optimize end-to-end cloud solutions for PGE's business needs. This role combines expertise in data architecture, IT solution architecture, and full-stack development on the AWS platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecting scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions using a wide range of AWS services.

Responsibilities

Cloud Architecture

Design and implement cloud architectures on AWS for various workloads, including web applications, microservices, data pipelines, and analytics solutions.

Leverage AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Amplify and others to build robust and scalable solutions.

Optimize cloud architectures for performance, scalability, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness.

Implement DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automated deployment processes.

Data Architecture

Design and implement data architectures on AWS using services like S3, Athena, Glue, Kinesis, and others.

Build automated data pipelines for ETL/ELT processes using AWS data integration services.

Implement data governance, data quality, master data management, and metadata management processes.

Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and scientists to understand data requirements.

IT Solution Architecture

Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs.

Design and document the architecture for new IT solutions, including system integrations, data flows, and AWS components.

Evaluate and recommend appropriate AWS services, third-party tools, and best practices to meet PGE's needs.

Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to ensure adherence to standards and governance policies.

General

Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing to other IT and data professionals.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of designed solutions.

Ensure compliance with PGE's security, governance, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements Requirements

7+ years of experience in cloud architecture, data architecture, IT solution architecture, or related roles.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Is utilities experience required? (Y/N) N

Certification Requirements (Any Preferences): TOGAF , AWS certifications etc.

Strong expertise in a wide range of AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Athena, Glue, , Kinesis, and others.

Proficiency in data modeling, dimensional modeling, and database design.

Knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and tools.

Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) is a plus

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js.

Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automated deployment.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Top 3 Must-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills):

1. AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Athena, Glue, Kinesis, and other

2. Data modeling, dimensional modeling, and database design

3. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Top 3 Nice-To-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills)

1. Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman

2. Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automated

3. Knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and tools.

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