• Define and lead architecture for scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure across enterprise platforms • Establish and enforce cloud architecture standards and best practices • Establish infrastructure automation standards including Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), deployment pipelines, and configuration management • Design and implement observability frameworks to support system reliability and proactive monitoring • Lead modernization initiatives including container orchestration, distributed systems, and cloud-native architecture patterns • Collaborate with security teams to ensure infrastructure meets regulatory, compliance, and cloud security standards • Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across cloud engineering initiatives

Role Description We seek an experienced high-performing Python engineer for a position supporting and developing new tools and processes to be used on an on-prem private cloud application. Your role will involve: - Communicating technical concepts clearly - Facilitating discussions - Collaborating with stakeholders - Providing project updates - Mentoring team members Responsibilities and Duties - Develop high performance cloud and container technologies mostly leveraging Python as the main programming language - Develop and deliver high quality solutions and code - Develop unit tests, improving the SDLC - Investigate and resolve issues reported during testing and customer integration - Actively participate in all aspects of an agile software development process - Work as part of a team focused on containerization, virtualization and fault tolerant/carrier grade development - Contribute to a highly available orchestration platform used to deploy private cloud platform aimed to be at the core of 5G and distributed Edge deployments worldwide Qualifications - Solid backend developer (preferably but not restricted to Python) - Knowledgeable in Linux Essentials - Medium knowledge in concepts of hardware, processes, programs and the components of the Linux Operating System - How to work on the command line and with files - How to create and restore compressed backups and archives - System security: users/groups and file permissions for public and private directories - How to create and run simple scripts - Interested in working on development and troubleshooting of a highly distributed orchestration platform supporting multiple vendors - Strong computer networking knowledge and transport (TCP/UDP/etc.) layers - Knowledge of cloud computing concepts - Experience collaborating effectively across remote teams and time zones, and collaborating with Senior Technical Leaders - Experience with GIT, Jira, Gitlab and code review tools - Experience with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Linux Containers, etc.) - Experience with Kubernetes Cluster Administration (design infrastructure that involves one or more Kubernetes clusters, configure, control, and monitor Kubernetes clusters) - Experience with Docker - Experience with Helm Highly Desirable Skills - Experience with Kubernetes App Development (design and development of applications that run in Kubernetes clusters) - Experience with PostgreSQL as a developer - Experience with RabbitMQ as a developer Company Description Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world’s leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s technology practices include: - Product Engineering & Development - Cloud Services - Quality Engineering - DevSecOps - Data & Analytics - Digital Experience - Cybersecurity - AI & LLM Engineering At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.

Title: Cloud Architect, Team Lead Location: United States Remote Position Category Information Technology Clearance Public Trust Job Description: Responsibilities Position Summary We are seeking a Cloud Architect Team Lead to provide technical leadership and architectural direction for a large-scale, enterprise cloud environment supporting a federal organization. This role is responsible for defining and governing cloud architecture across multiple domains, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, compliant, and cost-effective while aligning with mission objectives and federal standards. The Cloud Architect Team Lead will oversee a team of architects and work closely with engineering, platform, security, automation, and program leadership to translate business and mission requirements into end-to-end cloud solutions. This individual will play a critical role in shaping cloud strategy, driving modernization efforts, and ensuring architectural consistency across a complex, multi-account cloud environment. Responsibilities of the Position - Lead and manage the cloud architecture function, providing technical direction across all cloud initiatives - Define and maintain enterprise cloud architecture standards, patterns, and reference architectures - Design and oversee scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions across infrastructure, platform, and application layers - Collaborate with Cloud Engineering, Platform Engineering, Security, and Automation teams to ensure architectural alignment and successful implementation - Serve as the primary authority on cloud architecture decisions, ensuring solutions align with federal compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, Zero Trust) - Evaluate and select cloud services, tools, and technologies to support mission and program objectives - Lead architecture reviews and design approvals for new and existing cloud solutions - Ensure integration and interoperability across cloud platforms, applications, and enterprise systems - Drive cloud modernization efforts, including migration strategies, application refactoring, and adoption of cloud-native technologies - Incorporate cost optimization strategies into architectural designs in coordination with FinOps teams - Establish and enforce governance processes related to architecture, including documentation, design standards, and lifecycle management - Identify and mitigate architectural risks, including performance, security, and scalability concerns - Provide mentorship and guidance to cloud architects and senior engineers - Support stakeholder engagement by presenting architectural strategies, tradeoffs, and recommendations to leadership Qualifications Requirements of the Position - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) - 12+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and design - Demonstrated experience leading cloud architecture efforts in large-scale, complex environments - Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS preferred), including: - Networking (VPC design, routing, hybrid connectivity) - Identity and Access Management (IAM) - Compute, storage, and database services - Multi-account architecture and governance - Experience designing and implementing cloud-native architectures, including microservices and containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes/EKS) - Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines) - Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including Zero Trust, encryption, and secure architecture design - Proven ability to design high availability, disaster recovery, and fault-tolerant systems - Experience with cloud cost optimization and FinOps principles - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical tradeoffs - Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to technical and non-technical stakeholders - Demonstrated leadership experience managing or mentoring architects and senior technical staff - Must be a US Citizen. - Ability to obtain Public Trust. Preferred Qualifications: - AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (or equivalent) - Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or similar container certification - Experience with hybrid cloud and multi-cloud environments - Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks - Experience supporting large federal cloud programs or enterprise IT transformations Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Target Salary Range $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

• Ability to understand the hiring strategies, availability of talent and compensation benchmarking. • Deliver most value and highest return on investment for clients. • Work closely with leading staffing trade associations, training, and research organizations to ensure knowledge of latest industry trends and technologies.