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Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business.
Cloud Delivery Architect
Location
United States
Posted
79 days ago
Salary
$100 - $110 / year
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Cloud Delivery Architect
Zones LLC.
Company Overview: When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook. Position Overview: The Cloud Delivery Architect is responsible for leading the successful delivery of cloud solutions across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role serves as the bridge between solution design and execution, ensuring cloud architectures are delivered securely, efficiently, and in alignment with client business objectives. The Cloud Delivery Architect works closely with presales, solution architects, project managers, and delivery teams to transition cloud solutions from design through implementation and into steady-state operations. What you will do as the Cloud Delivery Architect: The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. - Act as the primary delivery architect for multi‑cloud engagements spanning Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud environments - Lead the transition of cloud solutions from presales and solutioning into delivery, ensuring requirements, assumptions, and scope are clearly understood and executable - Validate cloud architectures for security, scalability, resiliency, cost optimization, and operational readiness prior to deployment - Provide technical leadership during cloud migrations, modernizations, and greenfield cloud implementations - Collaborate with delivery teams to develop detailed implementation plans, timelines, and technical runbooks - Identify delivery risks and technical gaps, recommending mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes - Ensure cloud solutions adhere to best practices, governance standards, and client compliance requirements - Support hybrid and multi‑cloud architectures, including networking, identity, security, and data integration - Participate in architecture reviews, change management, and post‑implementation optimization activities - Serve as a trusted technical advisor to internal teams and client stakeholders throughout the delivery lifecycle What you will bring to the team: Must Have: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience - 10+ years of experience delivering cloud or infrastructure solutions in enterprise environments - Hands‑on experience delivering solutions in at least two of the following: Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform - Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, identity and access management, security, and governance - Experience with cloud migration strategies, landing zone design, and hybrid cloud architectures - Ability to translate business requirements into deliverable technical solutions - Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: - Experience delivering managed services or enterprise cloud engagements - Experience with high availability, disaster recovery, and resiliency design - Cloud certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Architect - Experience working in a client‑facing consulting or services organization Qualified candidates can expect an hourly rate up to $110.00. #LI-EB1 #LI-Remote Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. Our team members enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary accident, hospitalization and critical illness insurance options, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, and many more. Generally, Zones currently offers paid time off and personal sick leave in compliance to individual state requirements. At Zones, work is more than a job – it is an exciting career on a global team that is client centric, has a passion for technology, embraces change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy. Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.
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