> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1168609-aws-cloud-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1168609-aws-cloud-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AWS Cloud Architect - **Company:** T M FLOYD & CO - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Policy as Code, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloudformation, Information Technology, Terraform - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www2.jobdiva.com/candidates/myjobs/openjob_outside.jsp?a=jkjdnwgg6ps3uqzpkj4uetmcsryqb6027duusc37ikj0ldwe09fise51ub2xzlr0&from=COMP&id=28775502&SearchString=&StatesString= ## About the Role * 10 years of experience with cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or solution architecture * 5 years of hands on experience with AWS and cloud native commercial SaaS products * 5 years of experience designing complex distributed systems and enterprise cloud solutions * Proven experience in cloud-native development * Strong background in modernizing legacy systems using the Strangler Pattern * Ability to host and operate solutions in customer-owned AWS accounts * Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform and CloudFormation * Proven ability to review and validate IaC code before deployment * Experience with policy-as-code and automated compliance tools * Familiar with automation-driven policy verification and enforcement, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) * AWS Solutions Architect - Professional Certification or similar * Preferred: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer and additional AWS specialty or advanced certifications * Master's degree in a technology-related field is preferred ## Description * Establish and maintain the AWS cloud environment to ensure security, scalability, operational resilience, and streamlined design across SaaS product architectures * Lead cloud architectural direction and engage in governance * Ensure alignment with AWS best practices and collaborate with engineering, product, security, and cloud operations teams * Translate complex requirements into actionable designs while promoting innovation, cost efficiency, and technical excellence across the enterprise * Create blueprints, resolve issues and review the work of other architects ## Related Videos - [Policy as [versioned] code - you're doing it wrong](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/532-policy-as-versioned-code-you-re-doing-it-wrong) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Implementing Feature Environments with AWS and Terraform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/531-implementing-feature-environments-with-aws-and-terraform) - [Terraform for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/3-terraform-for-developers) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters) - [Basic And Advanced Networking in Dart and Flutter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/112-basic-and-advanced-networking-in-dart-and-flutter)