Cloud/Platform Architect

Job Summary

Gurus Infotech, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cloud/Platform Architect for its hybrid office in North Cambridge, Middlesex County, US. This senior role leads end‑to‑end architecture and delivery governance for a regulated AWS platform supporting CDAP (pharmacometrics) and BEE (biostats) with a salary of $99,529 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain multi‑environment (DEV, TEST, PROD, DR) architecture on AWS using Terraform modularization and GitOps workflows.
• Define and enforce platform blueprints covering compute, storage, networking, identity & access management, CI/CD pipelines, observability, disaster recovery, and operational readiness.
• Lead governance processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal security policies.
• Collaborate with data scientists, bio‑statisticians, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into scalable cloud solutions.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, promoting best practices in infrastructure as code and cloud-native design.
• Continuously evaluate emerging AWS services and industry trends to drive platform innovation and cost optimization.

Required Experience & Skills

• 15‑20 years of professional experience in cloud architecture, with extensive hands‑on work on AWS.
• Deep expertise in Terraform, GitOps, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), and container orchestration (Kubernetes/EKS).
• Strong understanding of regulated environments, especially in pharma or biotech domains.
• Proficiency in designing secure, highly available, and disaster‑recovery‑ready infrastructures.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to influence cross‑functional teams.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional).

Benefits

• Hybrid work model (on‑site in North Cambridge and remote flexibility).
• Competitive salary of $99,529 per year.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement savings match and generous paid time off.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of work environment does this Cloud/Platform Architect role offer?

The position is hybrid, allowing you to work both on‑site in North Cambridge and remotely as needed.

What experience is required for the Cloud/Platform Architect position?

Candidates need 15‑20 years of cloud architecture experience, especially with AWS, Terraform, GitOps, and regulated pharma/biostats environments.

What is the salary for this Cloud/Platform Architect role?

The annual salary is $99,529.