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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud & AI Architect at Metro Atlanta GA Local Candidates Only - **Company:** FIRSTNET GLOBAL LLC - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Software, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Cloud Services, Azure Machine Learning, Enterprise Software Applications, Chatbots, Pytorch, Large Language Models, IT Architecture, Deep Learning, Generative AI, HybridCloud, Cloudformation, Containerization, AI Platforms, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Api Management, Serverless Computing, Microservices - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7ea4592c7f0bf98f ## About the Role Do you have experience in Terraform?, * 10+ years of overall IT experience with at least 5 years in Enterprise or Solution Architecture. * 5+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing AWS cloud solutions. * Strong experience in enterprise application architecture, cloud migration, and application modernization. * Hands-on expertise in AI/ML, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Generative AI, and LLM technologies. * Experience with AWS cloud services and AI platforms such as AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Google Vertex AI, or PyTorch. * Strong understanding of cloud architecture patterns including IaaS, PaaS, microservices, containers, and serverless technologies. * Experience designing secure, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions. * Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation), and API integrations. * Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills., * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certification. * AI/ML or cloud specialty certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP). * Experience working with State, Federal, or Local Government agencies. * Experience building enterprise chatbot, Generative AI, and LLM-based solutions. * Knowledge of AI ethics, Responsible AI, bias mitigation, and governance frameworks. * Familiarity with security and compliance standards including FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST AI RMF, and NIST 800-53. * Experience supporting enterprise digital transformation initiatives in the public sector. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud & AI Architect to lead the design, architecture, and implementation of secure, scalable, and AI-driven cloud solutions supporting large-scale government initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AWS cloud architecture, enterprise application modernization, AI/ML technologies, and hybrid cloud environments. This role requires providing technical leadership, defining enterprise architecture standards, mentoring development teams, and collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to deliver innovative, secure, and compliant solutions. 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