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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Solutions Architect - **Company:** J5 Consulting - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Application Lifecycle Management, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Web Development, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Internet Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Microsoft Software, Network Information Services, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenVPN, Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Cloud Services, Ansible, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Web Application Frameworks, Workflow Management Systems, Scripting, Load Balancing, ReactJS, Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab, Vue.js, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Route53, Terraform, Serverless Computing, Golang, Vmware - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cloud-solutions-architect-reston-va--81b3da8d-3f07-4ed9-9860-9ec631e37d55 ## About the Role * Demonstrated experience independently designing and developing cloud based applications using current best practices and architectural guidelines. * Demonstrated experience working in software engineering, applications development or web application development and deployment. * Demonstrated experience with object oriented development in a modern language (Java, Go, C##). * Demonstrated experience developing front ends in modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue. * Demonstrated experience developing in a Linux environment. * Demonstrated experience developing in a commercial clouds such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Demonstrated experience developing containerized applications using Kubernetes. * Demonstrated experience working with orchestration tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Helm. * Demonstrated experience with networking and Virtual Private Network (VPN) protocols like OpenVPN, Wireguard, and IPSec. Highly Desired Skills and Demonstrated Experience: * Demonstrated experience with Java/Go. * Demonstrated experience with Javascript. * Demonstrated experience with React, Angular, or Vue. * Demonstrated experience with development in AWS, Azure, or GCP (specifically experience with EC2, S3, EKS, EFS, Route53, Load Balancers or their equivalents). * Demonstrated experience with Kubernetes. * Demonstrated experience with automation - CI/CD (Gitlab). * Demonstrated experience in system administration. * System administration and IT certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields. * Demonstrated experience with Virtual Private Network (VPN) technologies like OpenVPN, Wireguard, and IPSec. * Demonstrated experience with virtualization, VMWare, or equivalent. * Demonstrated experience with scripting (Bash, Python, Powershell) and automation tools., Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Architectural Services, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Services, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Federal Government, Full Scope Polygraph, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Go Programming Language (Golang), Government, Government Requirements, IPsec (IP Security), Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Java, JavaScript, Linux Operating System, Load Balancing, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, NIS (Network Information Service), Network Performance/Analysis, Object Oriented Development, Python Programming/Scripting Language, React.js, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Attacks, Security Clearance, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Virtualization, Vue.js, Web Programming, Windows PowerShell ## Description We are seeking an experienced Clouds Solutions Architect to independently design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable cloud-based applications in accordance with modern best practices and architectural guidelines. This role requires hands-on experience across the full application lifecycle, including software engineering, web and application development, cloud infrastructure, and containerized environments. The Cloud Solutions Architect will work closely with cross-functional teams to architect solutions in commercial cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, leveraging modern development frameworks, orchestration tools, and automation pipelines to support mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in object-oriented development, front-end frameworks, Linux-based environments, containerization, and infrastructure orchestration, along with a solid understanding of networking, VPN technologies, and system administration. 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