Senior AWS Cloud Architect

Join Nordcloud and be part of the European cloud revolution. We supercharge our customers to innovate in hyperscaler cloud, enabling seamless migration, advanced security, and data-driven success. Your role: Working as a technical consultant and architect for customers through project work. Communicating, designing and guiding the implementations for our customer cloud solutions as well as doing hands-on implementation when needed . Helping engineers and other technical roles to build successful outcomes that meet the customers’ needs. Working together with sales and project managers to manage the customer expectations from a technical and operational point of view . Educating customers on best practices in the public cloud and communicating solution offerings in a manner that customers understand the value within them. In practice, your work includes: Gathering requirements and designing technical infrastructure architectures based on customer needs Working with cloud infrastructure in enterprise environments Documenting and communicating solutions , deliverables, and the impact of architectural decisions to various stakeholders Understanding, communicating, and implementing cloud architecture best practices and Well-Architected Framework principles Designing, implementing, and taking ownership of technical solutions Applying DevOps principles and best practices Identifying new business opportunities for Nordcloud within customer engagements Maintaining up-to-date skills and technical knowledge in line with market and customer needs Sharing knowledge with colleagues, the wider community, and partners As we work on projects both in Finland and internationally, some willingness to travel within Finland and occasionally across Europe is required Your key skills: Experience with Infrastructure as Code ( IaC ) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and CDK Experience with serverless computing technologies such as AWS Lambda and AWS Fargate Experience with multi-account AWS environments , including Landing Zones and Cloud Foundations Experience with cloud security concepts and services, including KMS, IAM, and AWS WAF/Shield Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript Experience with CI/CD tools and practices, including Azure DevOps, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI/CD Experience with enterprise networking and VPN solutions in hybrid and/or multi-cloud environments Experience with cloud migration projects from on-premises environments or other cloud providers to AWS, including tools such as AWS Migration Evaluator Fluent communication skills in Finnish and English Coach/Mentor Level: You demonstrate advanced expertise and extensive practical experience in: Cloud Platforms & Technologies Automation (CI/CD) Infrastructure Architecture Security At this level, the individual is recognized as a trusted advisor and role model, consistently introducing new ideas, challenging the status quo, and identifying opportunities for improvement. They provide technical leadership, influence strategic decisions, and actively coach and mentor others, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth across teams. What sets you apart (we’d consider any of these as a big plus): Familiarity with compliance, governance in enterprise environments, cloud in general, working with security and compliance frameworks, processes AWS Solutions Architect Associate/Professional and other AWS Certificates Experience from hybrid environments (on-premises, AWS Outpost, Azure Arc, Google Anthos, multi-cloud) Generative AI on AWS experience The successful candidate is expected to go through a security clearance. We encourage you to apply , even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We value your growth potential and enthusiasm! What we offer: Individual training budget and exam fees for certifications Flexible working hours and hybrid working model Workcation possibilities within selected locations Company laptop and needed equipment Local package such as extensive private health care and wellness benefits Please read our Recruitment Privacy Policy before applying. All applicants must have the right to work in Finland. About Nordcloud Nordcloud is a European leader in cloud implementation, application development, managed services and training. It’s a recognised cloud-native pioneer with a proven track record helping organisations leverage public cloud in a way that balances quick wins, immediate savings and sustainable value. Nordcloud is triple-certified across Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform – with 10 European hubs, over 1,300 employees and has delivered over 1,000 successful cloud projects for companies ranging from midsize to large corporates. Our clients benefit from multi-cloud expertise that guides best practices, preempts pitfalls, provides essential technical support and steers teams through cultural change. From strategy planning to application management, we take our customers through the whole cloud journey to drive real business outcomes from cloud technology. Learn more at Nordcloud values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and employees. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JS1