Cloud Engineering Architect

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it , our most valuable asset is our people. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage an d passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
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ZS's CCoE (Cloud Center of Excellence) Team builds, maintains and helps architect the systems enabling ZS client-facing software solutions. We define and implement best practices to ensure performant, resilient and secure cloud solutions. The CCoE team at ZS is comprised of analytical problem solvers coming from diverse backgrounds while sharing a passion for quality delivery - whether our customer is a client or another ZS employee.
CLOUD ENGINEERING ARCHITECT
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Cloud Engineering Architect to lead cloud solutioning, architecture design, and client engagement for key digital transformation initiatives. This leadership role requires hands-on expertise in one or more major public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), strong people management skills, and the ability to drive strategic client conversations, proposal development, and pre-sales solutioning.
What You'll Do

• Lead the design and delivery of robust, scalable, and secure cloud architectures across diverse enterprise environments.
• Partner with business development, sales, and delivery teams to shape go-to-market strategies and develop winning technical proposals and RFP responses.
• Own and drive executive-level client presentations, architecture reviews, and solution deep-dives to articulate value and differentiation.
• Manage and mentor a team of cloud architects and engineers, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Align cloud strategies with business goals and ensure compliance with industry standards and security best practices.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and tools to inform platform strategies and architectural decisions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and thought leader across internal and external cloud forums.

What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of IT experience with at least 5 years in cloud architecture and engineering.
• Strong expertise in one or more public cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Demonstrated experience leading cloud solutioning, pre-sales architecture, and technical proposal development.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and present complex ideas clearly to C-suite and technical audiences.
• Experience managing or mentoring cloud engineering or architecture teams.
• Hands-on proficiency with cloud-native services, IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.), DevOps pipelines, and security frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect.
• Experience in multi-cloud strategy or hybrid cloud transformation programs.
• Background in consulting, digital transformation, or enterprise architecture roles.
• Familiarity with cost optimization, FinOps, and sustainability in cloud operations.

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact and deliver better outcomes for all. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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Find Out More At:
www.zs.com
Salary: $200,000.00 - $210,000.00