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We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead the cloud design and delivery of a hybrid cloud SAP solution leveraging VMware infrastructure and public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure or GCP). This role is critical in enabling a scalable secure and high-performance SAP landscape that integrates on-premises systems with cloud-native services.
Key responsibilities include collaborating with enterprise architects SAP functional and technical teams infrastructure engineers and cloud service providers to ensure the solution meets business and technical requirements. The architect will also lead efforts in automation infrastructure as code (IaC) and integration with monitoring security and identity management systems.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in cloud infrastructure and VMware technologies such as vSphere NSX and vSAN. Strong knowledge of hybrid cloud networking security best practices and compliance frameworks is essential.
This role requires excellent communication and leadership skills as the Cloud Architect will serve as a technical advisor to stakeholders and ensure the successful delivery of a mission-critical SAP transformation initiative.
1. Cloud Architecture (AWS Azure or GCP)
Designing and implementing enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure and services.
Preferred Experience: 5–7 years
2. VMware Technologies (vSphere NSX vSAN)
Designing and managing virtualized infrastructure to support SAP workloads in hybrid environments.
Preferred Experience: 4–6 years
3. Hybrid Cloud Integration
Building and managing seamless connectivity between on-premises VMware environments and public cloud platforms.
Preferred Experience: 4–6 years
4. Security & Compliance in Hybrid Environments
Implementing secure architectures and ensuring compliance with standards such as ISO 27001 GDPR or NIST.
Preferred Experience: 4–6 years
Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal security clearance with the US government. (USCIS)
1. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation
Using tools like Terraform Ansible or PowerCLI to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.
Preferred Experience: 3–5 years
2. Enterprise Architecture Frameworks (e.g. TOGAF)
Applying structured methodologies to align IT architecture with business strategy and governance.
Preferred Experience: 3–5 years