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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AWS Cloud Architect - **Company:** Boyd Gaming - **Location:** Las Vegas, NV, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Storage, Digital Architecture, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Cloud Services, Google Cloud, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Information Technology, Functional Programming, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Serverless Computing, Docker - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/01975b95-0d18-4b8b-8fb7-a733ca15bf87 ## About the Role * Strong knowledge of cloud networking using VPCs, Private Links, Transit Gateway * Deep understanding of cloud storage solutions such as S3, EBS, EFS, RDS * Hands on experience managing serverless solutions * AWS associate or professional certification in one or more areas is required * Experience with containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, * Must be at least 21 years of age. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other technical discipline preferred. Comparable work experience is acceptable. * 4+ year's experience in enterprise architecture, design, and integration * 2-3 years' experience building and deploying on-prem and cloud solutions * Experience in designing hybrid and multi-cloud solutions * Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform, AWS, and Azure cloud services * Methodical and focused troubleshooting skills * Proven track record for designing and architecting cloud solutions * Ability to work under pressure and meet strict timelines * Strong understanding of cloud platforms and security protocols * Strong verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills * ITIL V3 Awareness training preferred * Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications ## Description * Assist in development of the Corporate cloud strategy and cloud governance * Design architecture for hybrid cloud integration solutions * Recommend new cloud services to develop conceptual designs * Identify cloud solutions that align with the business strategy * Evaluate cloud capabilities to support business initiatives * Asist in selecting vendors for IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and integration capabilities * Maintain cloud governance documentation * Assist in proper identification and tagging of cloud services and resources * Provide status reports and escalation of issues as appropriate * Develop cloud training plan for other teams and business stakeholders * Develop, document, make recommendations, and communicate plans for investing in IT cloud infrastructure, including analysis of cost reduction opportunities * Design, develop, and oversee implementation of end-to-end IT cloud integrations * Develop and execute test plans to check IT cloud infrastructure and systems technical performance. Report on findings and make recommendations for improvement * Collaborate across the IT organization and with vendors * Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Essential Job Duties & Functions: * Ensure the availability, performance, scalability and security of cloud services to conform with IT policy * Maintain overall Cloud infrastructure (i.e., EC2, SQS, S3, VPC, Lambda etc.) * Setup alerts for monitoring performance of various cloud applications and services * Ensure that all cloud engineering procedures are well documented ## Related Videos - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS is DOOMed](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1838-wearedevelopers-live-css-is-doomed) - [Building Systems that Last](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1389-building-systems-that-last) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## 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) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)