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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Architect - **Company:** VIVSOFT, LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Multitier Architecture, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Data as a Services, Software Design Patterns, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Service-Oriented Architecture, Systems Integration, Enterprise Application Integration, System Availability, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloudformation, Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Functional Programming, Cloudwatch, Terraform, Microservices - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9181236/cloud-architect ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience designing enterprise-level, n-tier, service-oriented applications composed of multiple COTS products * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional certification * Demonstrated experience as an AWS Solutions Architect designing and deploying production workloads on AWS * Deep understanding of core AWS services: EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and related networking and security services * Proven experience integrating and architecting solutions around multiple COTS products in complex enterprise environments * Strong knowledge of n-tier and service-oriented / microservices architecture, APIs, and enterprise integration patterns * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation) and CI/CD tooling * Working knowledge of DoD/federal security frameworks: NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, and the Authority to Operate (ATO) process * Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree) ## Description VivSoft Technologies is seeking a senior AWS Solutions Architect to serve as Cloud Architect supporting a federal government client. In this role, you will lead the architecture, migration, and modernization of enterprise-level, n-tier, service-oriented applications composed of multiple commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products within secure AWS environments. You will translate mission requirements into resilient, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions, and provide the technical leadership needed to guide engineering teams from design through production operations., * Design and document enterprise-level, n-tier, service-oriented architectures composed of multiple COTS products, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and maintainability. * Lead the design and implementation of secure AWS solutions, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and data services aligned to mission needs. * Develop cloud migration and modernization strategies (rehost, replatform, refactor) for legacy and COTS-based workloads. * Define reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards that promote reuse across programs. * Architect for high availability, disaster recovery, performance, and cost optimization across multi-tier application stacks. * Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines to enable repeatable, automated, and auditable deployments. * Embed security and compliance into the architecture in accordance with DoD, NIST 800-53, RMF, and FedRAMP requirements; support ATO activities. * Collaborate with government stakeholders, program managers, engineers, and security teams to align technical solutions with mission and compliance objectives. * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering staff, and conduct architecture and design reviews. * Evaluate emerging AWS services and COTS products, and provide recommendations to improve capability, security, and cost efficiency. ## Related Videos - [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) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS is DOOMed](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1838-wearedevelopers-live-css-is-doomed) - [From Black Box to Glass Box : Bedrock AgentCore Observability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2126-from-black-box-to-glass-box-bedrock-agentcore-observability) - [Building Systems that Last](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1389-building-systems-that-last) - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) ## 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) - [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) - [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 Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)