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Carlos is a highly skilled problem solver passionate about cloud technology, automation, and empowering others to grow. With over seven years of experience designing and deploying cloud-native solutions for large enterprise customers at AWS and Google Cloud, he possesses a deep understanding of the technical landscape and a talent for finding innovative solutions to complex problems. Carlos's commitment to excellence and collaboration makes him an invaluable partner to clients and colleagues.
Murugeswaran has 12+ years of experience in software development with over 7+ years dedicated to Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud product solution design and implementation. He's keen on cloud architecture, design, migration, and security. Murugeswaran enjoys working on projects and with customers across different geographic locations.
Angel is a distinguished software developer, architect, and product manager known for his expertise and innovative contributions to the fields of AI, cloud, and web development. With over 17 years of rich experience, he has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge cloud, web, and mobile applications using AWS, React, React Native, Node.js, GraphQL APIs, APIs, and Python. Since 2002, Angel has focused on using Agile methodologies to increase the development speed of software products.
Ajit has over 13 years of experience in the IT industry with expertise in cloud architecture, DevOps, system testing, and designing and building large-scale enterprise and service provider IP/MPLS networks. He has in-depth knowledge of building and operating complex IT systems with distributed architecture. His roles have included network security architect, network architect, software developer, and solutions architect.
Michał is a software engineer and technology enthusiast who has been building software since 2013. Throughout this time, he's gained diverse experience in various areas of software engineering, wearing many hats. His primary focus is cloud architecture and infrastructure, DevOps and automation, back-end services, data processing, knowledge sharing, and mentoring. Michał pays attention to details and cares about delivering the highest quality.
Vijaya is an enterprise cloud architect with 22 years of public cloud design experience, specializing in app modernization, cloud security, networking, data management, and automation. He helps businesses on their digital transformation journeys by moving workloads to the cloud and implementing a DevOps culture using the right tools. Vijaya also evaluates new cloud technologies and strategies to ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective.
Paweł is a DevOps engineer and cloud architect with six years of experience designing, automating, and managing cloud environments for high-profile clients. Specialized in AWS and Azure, he holds multiple certifications that highlight his expertise. Over the last three years, he has successfully worked remotely. Paweł's skills span across IaC (Terraform), CI/CD automation, network management, cloud monitoring, solution architecting, and maintaining high-availability production workloads.
Gary is a seasoned multi-cloud architect, demonstrating proficiency across Azure, AWS, and GCP. In his role as a forward-thinking DevOps leader, he spearheads pioneering projects in containerization and infrastructure evolution. Gary is recognized for his exceptional problem-solving abilities in demanding business contexts. He is the #1 Kubestronaut in Melbourne and serves as a dedicated Kubernetes instructor, delivering engaging educational sessions and insightful articles.
Siamak is a geospatial engineer with an academic background in geomatics and has experience in the energy, environmental, science, and technology sectors since 1990. Following decades of GIS projects as a developer, technical lead, and solution designer, he has been a solution architect on many complex projects and programs worldwide since 2016.
Konstantin is a passionate developer with over 14 years of experience across various technology stacks. He has worked in leading roles at several New Zealand's top companies, delivering global products. Konstantin specializes in DevOps, site reliability engineering (SRE), and cloud solution architecture. He takes special interests in high-performing systems, observability, and building tools that make people's lives easier.
Peter is a principal cloud consultant with extensive experience and a track record of success across both AWS and Microsoft Azure. In a 22-year career to date, Peter spent 13 of those years working almost exclusively with the cloud. Peter led and delivered major projects globally for dozens of customers ranging from Coca-Cola and Morgan Stanley to Origin Energy Australia and Air New Zealand.
Cloud Architects are specialists who manage cloud-based solutions such as data storage and SaaS. By providing insights into key cloud responsibilities, as well as best practices for job posting and interviewing, this guide to hiring Cloud Architects equips you with the tools necessary to identify the best candidates.
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The cost associated with hiring a Cloud Architect depends on various factors, including preferred talent location, complexity and size of the project you’re hiring for, seniority, engagement commitment (hourly, part-time, or full-time), and more. In the US, for example, Glassdoor’s reported average total annual pay for Cloud Architects is $160,000 to $254,000 as of May, 2024. With Toptal, you can speak with an expert talent matcher who will help you understand the cost of talent with the right skills and seniority level for your needs. To get started, schedule a call with us — it’s free, and there’s no obligation to hire with Toptal.
When should I hire a Cloud Architect?
You should hire a Cloud Architect when your company is ready to venture into cloud computing, faces challenges with its existing cloud infrastructure, or wishes to optimize the cloud technologies already at your disposal. A Cloud Architect adds value whether by developing a comprehensive cloud strategy, designing cloud infrastructure, or selecting and optimizing cloud services including security and compliance, disaster recovery, or scaling. Based on your business needs and circumstances, it may be beneficial to consider hiring a remote cloud architect.
How do I hire a Cloud Architect?
To hire the right Cloud Architect, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect Cloud Architects for your project.
What do I look for when choosing a Cloud Architect online?
The primary factors to look for when choosing a cloud consultant or architect online or in person include the architect’s experience in cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, or GCP. They should be proficient in at least one programming language such as Python or JavaScript. With the preliminaries covered, move to concentrate on your project’s needs and look for additional skills that align with these. These may range from DevOps, to experience with data migration, or even problem-solving. As you would with any developer, be sure to review an applicant’s portfolio, showcasing their past projects. Look for evidence that they worked on projects similar to yours. Positive reviews and recommendations of a candidate indicate credibility and professionalism.
How are Toptal Cloud Architects different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Cloud Architects to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.
In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.
When you hire with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched Cloud Architects ready to help you achieve your goals.
How quickly can you hire with Toptal?
Typically, you can hire a Cloud Architect with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.
Once you select your Cloud Architect, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.
Can you hire Cloud Architects on an hourly basis or for project-based tasks?
You can hire Cloud Architects on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire an expert for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our Cloud Architects can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal Cloud Architects?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your Cloud Architect begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.
Adam Kadri is a DevOps engineer and certified cloud solutions architect with experience as a consultant for companies of all sizes around the globe. He specializes in AWS Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform, and he has built and maintained cloud infrastructures across many different tech stacks. Adam has a master’s degree in information technology from France’s Institut F2i.
The Flourishing Cloud Market Necessitates Cloud Architects
The technology industry has become increasingly reliant on cloud architects as businesses transition to adopt cloud-based solutions to manage tasks ranging from data storage to software as a service (SaaS), and even to managing virtual communication and collaboration tools. The already high demand for cloud consultants only intensified with the 2020 pandemic, which saw a major shift to remote work. Allied Market Research reported that the global cloud services market that generated $551.8 billion in 2021 is expected to reach $2.5 trillion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of 16.6% from 2022 to 2031.
The booming market for cloud systems has led to an expansion in the variety of cloud-based role types—cloud application developers, cloud security specialists, cloud systems engineers, and cloud solution architects. This growth places additional stress on an already strained and highly competitive cloud talent pool. Subsequently, businesses are contending with the dual challenges of sourcing new talent and retaining existing experts.
This guide simplifies the process of hiring cloud architects by revealing the essential criteria needed to match candidates with your specific business needs. It delineates the skills and qualifications of cloud architects and delves into the nuances of sourcing candidates. The guide includes tips on promoting a cloud architect role, as well as providing valuable interview strategies.
What attributes distinguish quality Cloud Architects from others?
To understand the key skills a cloud architect should possess, it is important to first answer the question, “What does a cloud architect do?” A cloud architect designs, manages, and maintains cloud-based solutions. They also migrate existing systems to the cloud, whether modifying the current cloud-based frameworks or setting up new cloud infrastructures from scratch.
Designing a cloud infrastructure always entails considerations of scalability, security, efficiency, and cost optimization. To that end, the cloud architect selects services from options broadly grouped under Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or SaaS.
Core Cloud Technologies
Regardless of the type of services used, an understanding of the major CSP platforms and their offerings and key features—like scaling on demand, Infrastructure as a Code (IaC), and containerization technologies—is essential. While players such as IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, and DigitalOcean are significant, the big three are AWS, Azure, and GCP:
Amazon Web Services (AWS): Leveraging the extensive suite of tools packaged with the leading cloud platform AWS allows a cloud architect to build and manage scalable cloud solutions. Understanding AWS’s core services, such as EC2, S3 VPC, and RDS, allows for comprehensive solutions that also prioritize scalability, availability, and cost efficiency.
Microsoft Azure: Proficiency in Azure is essential when integrating Microsoft-based solutions into the cloud. A cloud architect’s skills should encompass a range of Azure services, such as Azure Virtual Machines for compute resources, Azure SQL Databases for managing database systems, and Azure Resource Manager for organizing and controlling resources.
Google Cloud Platform (GCP): To handle big data, machine learning, or containerized applications, an experienced cloud architect may gravitate toward GCP. The platform offers a suite of cloud computing services that run on the same infrastructure used by Google, making the platform ideal for data-intensive apps. A GCP-focused cloud architect should be comfortable with services such as Compute Engine, App Engine, and Kubernetes Engine to simplify application development, deployment, and scaling.
A cloud architect takes into account the project’s objectives before partnering with a reliable cloud service provider (CSP) to deliver and manage these services. Deeply familiar with current and popular CSPs, the quality cloud architect is uniquely qualified to select the provider that best fits the company’s vision.
Technical Skills for Cloud Architects
Familiarity with an array of tools and frameworks is essential for any quality cloud architect. Strong candidates should have practical experience in the following areas:
Programming languages – Widely adopted by the cloud industry, Python’s versatility, simplicity, and readability make it a popular choice. Cloud architects often use Python for scripting automation, data analysis, and building cloud applications. Proficiency in other programming languages like Java, JavaScript, or Go is also useful in automating tasks, developing apps, and creating scripts for managing and scaling cloud resources.
Data migrations – When migrating or modifying an existing cloud infrastructure, a cloud architect oversees a smooth transition with minimal disruption to business operations. They use tools like AWS’s Database Migration Service and Microsoft’s Azure Migrate to plan and manage the secure migration of data and applications while also addressing the associated risks.
Regulatory tools – A significant responsibility of the cloud architect is adherence to legal and regulatory standards. The quality cloud engineer ensures compliance with laws and regulations across all operations and in the use of tools and services. They rely on tools such as Azure Policy, Azure Security Center, Azure Monitor, AWS Config, AWS Security Hub, and AWS CloudTrail.
Automation and orchestration tools – A cloud developer uses automation and orchestration tools for the deployment of cloud computing resources. These tools also aid in containerizing applications, managing their orchestration, monitoring cloud infrastructure, and optimizing performance. Ensuring the uniform operation of applications, this process expedites the identification and resolution of issues.
Bash – Understanding this Unix shell and command language is vital for automating tasks in a cloud environment. Bash scripting allows cloud solution architects to automate routine tasks, thereby increasing productivity. Bash plays a significant role in configuring and managing Linux-based infrastructures in the cloud, making it an essential skill for cloud architects.
Docker – A professional cloud architect applies the Docker suite of PaaS products that leverages OS-level virtualization. This supports the consistent packaging and deployment of software in containers, while also promoting effective and streamlined management of containerized applications and microservices within cloud environments.
IaC and configuration management tools – Appreciating the concept of IaC, a core element in modern cloud environments, allows cloud architects to leverage tools like AWS CloudFormation and Terraform, which facilitate the creation of reproducible and scalable cloud environments. By defining and provisioning cloud infrastructure using a high-level configuration language, architects can effectively manage and deploy infrastructure across various cloud platforms.
Disaster recovery – In accordance with the company’s unique requirements and tolerance for downtime, a professional cloud architect implements strategies for disaster recovery and business continuity. They design failover systems, set up routine data backups, and plan for redundant infrastructure. In essence, they create resilient systems that are capable of a prompt resumption of normal operations after a disruption.
Complementary Skills for Cloud Architects
Beyond mastery of core cloud technologies, an experienced cloud architect is proficient in complementary technologies that streamline the design and management of cloud systems.
Databases – Knowledge of MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB and other cloud-specific database services is essential for the quality cloud architect, as managing data effectively is key to the successful implementation and operation of complex cloud solutions. When evaluating a candidate’s experience with Database Management Systems (DBMS), look for a mix of depth in one or two, as well as a breadth across the spectrum of available tools.
DevOps principles and tools – A cloud architect understands continuous integration and continuous delivery. They use tools like Jenkins and Gitlab CI to automate deployment processes, increasing the efficiency and reliability of software production. Cloud architects can work with DevOps specialists to help optimize a development team’s usage of cloud services.
Software development kits (SDKs) – To facilitate the process of creating apps and managing resources, a skilled cloud architect can use SDKs to simplify interactions with the underlying platform services. By leveraging SDKs strategically, they save considerable time while also improving the reliability of the final product.
Soft skills – An excellent cloud architect’s technical skills are balanced by a strategic focus on company objectives and a vision that enables them to identify opportunities for business growth and innovation through cloud technologies. Additionally, their robust problem-solving and risk-management abilities are central to addressing complex challenges and mitigating potential issues proactively.
How can you identify the ideal Cloud Architect for you?
To identify the right cloud architect for your company, begin by articulating the challenges you need a cloud architect to address in a thoughtfully crafted problem statement. Be sure to include:
Project objectives – Define the project’s specific business needs or objectives. Outline the key challenges faced by the company. Are you looking to improve security or boost operational efficiency? Does the intended solution plan to ensure scalability for future business growth?
Project type – Is the company planning a migration to the cloud? If so, are there preferred providers you are already considering? Are there plans to implement multicloud management? And are you looking to duplicate or expand your current SaaS offerings?
Team structure – Assess the composition of your current team, noting its size, skill-set diversity, and the experience levels already onboard. In doing so, identify gaps in expertise and skills.
Skills gap – Evaluate whether your team is in need of additional staff to handle routine tasks or if the services of a dedicated cloud solution architect are required, perhaps to fulfill a specialized task. Delineate the specific expectations for the incoming cloud architect.
Next, align the cloud architect levels of expertise with the information compiled in the problem statement.
Deciding Between Junior, Mid-level, and Senior Cloud Architects
Deciding between an expert talent and a junior talent depends largely on the project’s complexity and strategic importance.
Junior – Junior cloud architects have foundational knowledge of cloud platforms and can handle basic cloud-related tasks such as deploying apps or monitoring performance. They are suited to projects that require routine maintenance or basic cloud functionalities.
Mid-level – Mid-level cloud architects have some level of hands-on experience and may have attained a level of expertise in specific cloud tools and services. They can perform moderately complex tasks, such as independently designing cloud solutions and have substantial experience on projects balancing technical skill and practical experience.
Senior – Highly skilled cloud architects bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leading complex cloud solution projects and teams. They can navigate high-stakes environments and are well versed in a range of cloud technologies and methodologies. They are suited for projects requiring strategic planning, large-scale implementation, and intricate problem-solving.
Common Use Cases for Cloud Architects
With the needs identified and level of expertise decided, you can begin a search that targets applicants whose specific skills align with your specific use case, such as:
Building scalable cloud infrastructure – Look for expertise in cloud scalability, load balancing, and knowledge of multiple cloud platforms. Tools and technologies you might see include AWS Auto Scaling groups, AWS ELB (ALB, NLB), Kubernetes services (AWS EKS, Azure AKS, GKE), and serverless solutions such as AWS Lambda.
Cloud security – Seek out architects with strong security backgrounds, experience in data protection, and knowledge of compliance standards. Look for experience enforcing security in a cloud environment using provider services such as AWS IAM, AWS WAF, AWS Shield, Amazon Inspector, etc. Experience with encryption (AWS KMS, S3 encryption) is also a plus.
Cloud migration – Find someone with prior experience in migrating systems to the cloud who understands different migration strategies and best practices, as well as how to minimize downtime. For AWS-specific projects, knowledge of AWS Database Migration Service is a must.
Cost-effective solution configuration – Target architects who have a track record of optimizing cloud costs and resources efficiently. They should understand cloud provider optimization plans and how to identify optimization opportunities by analyzing resource allocation and consumption.
How to Write a Cloud Architect Job Description for Your Project
Clarity is essential in a job post. The position’s title should be engaging and descriptive to attract the right candidates and ensure they read beyond a posting’s first line. Begin the job description with a brief project overview before listing your expectations of the cloud architect. At a minimum, applicants should have fluency in specific CSPs, a solid foundation in specific core cloud tools and languages, and the appropriate level of experience and expertise.
As an example, consider the title “AWS cloud DevSecOps solutions architect.” It signals to industry professionals that the position involves the AWS CSP, in addition to development, security, and operations as encapsulated in the “DevSecOps” portmanteau. An individual bullet point in the job description might describe the project as a migration to AWS from an on-premises setup. Subsequent bullets may name the core applications that applicants should be well versed in, such as Docker and Terraform, along with at least one programming language like Python.
What are the most important Cloud Architect interview questions?
The interview process assesses more than a cloud architect’s technical expertise. An applicant’s approaches to problem-solving, strategic thinking, and communication can reveal their potential for leadership or a cultural fit within the company. Following is a sampling of effective interview questions to include alongside custom-curated, project-specific interview questions.
Describe a complex cloud architecture solution you designed and implemented.
The applicant should provide details of their role in designing and implementing a sophisticated cloud architecture solution. Listen for mentions of the business needs fulfilled by the solution, automation strategies implemented, approaches to security and compliance, and the technologies used in support of the project. If necessary, prompt the candidate to describe any challenges encountered and how they overcame them. A response may reveal the cloud architect’s decision-making process, planning skills, and flexibility.
How do you approach cloud security and compliance in your designs?
Listen for answers that demonstrate the candidate’s thorough understanding of cloud security best practices, including specific encryption methods, regular security audits, network security measures, and data protection strategies. The applicant should mention and describe compliance standards like GDPR (for those in the EU) or HIPAA. They should elaborate on specific strategies or tools deployed for ensuring security in cloud environments, potentially offering examples of identity management systems.
Describe a time when you had to troubleshoot a critical issue in a cloud environment.
Ideally, responses should articulate the problem’s discovery, followed by the sequential steps taken to diagnose and resolve the issue. You may prompt for additional details like the specific tools used, processes implemented, and insights gathered. Responses will reveal an applicant’s problem-solving and analytical thinking skills. For example, to troubleshoot a networking issue in an EC2 instance, the candidate might suggest doing some or all of the following:
Check whether security groups attached to the EC2 instance allow desired traffic.
Check Network ACLs attached to the subnet where the EC2 instance is running to ensure correct rules are enforced.
Check VPC resources such as NAT Gateway, Internet Gateway, and/or VPN.
Use AWS tools and features such as CloudWatch Logs or VPC Flow Logs to investigate the issue.
Use OS-level tools and configurations for debugging.
A candidate whose response covers all of these angles is likely well qualified to take ownership of such tasks.
How do you explain complex cloud concepts to nontechnical stakeholders?
If the position involves liaising with stakeholders or collaborating with external teams, seek out candidates who demonstrate the ability to communicate technical or complex ideas in simple terms. They should volunteer examples of instances where they’ve shared abstract information without the use of industry-specific jargon. For example, if a skilled cloud architect needs to explain to nontechnical stakeholders why a service such as Amazon S3 is necessary for a project, they might speak to the need for customers to securely access private proprietary files on demand; the need for the company to store these files reliably and ensure zero data-loss overtime; and how S3 makes it simple to implement this functionality with a user experience comparable to Google Drive. Such a response centers the needs of the users over the nuts-and-bolts engineering, demonstrating an ability to think about the big picture.
What steps would you take to ensure this company’s smooth migration to a cloud platform?
The candidate should outline a clear plan, starting with an assessment of the existing infrastructure. They should mention factors like resource allocation, network configurations, security and compliance protocols, and data management practices. If they do not have prior knowledge of the company’s business requirements, they should take the initiative and ask—or use historical data from a past or similar project. Next, the applicant should analyze the project’s parameters and select the ideal cloud platform that meets the needs identified. They should then design a migration strategy that ensures minimal disruption during the transition. This is a good question to ask to help gauge the candidate’s depth of experience with cloud migrations, especially at scale.
Why do companies hire Cloud Architects?
Cloud architects are proficient at designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining cloud systems. Companies hire these professionals to skillfully manage their cloud infrastructures, relying on their expertise to effectively navigate the ever-evolving and complex landscape of cloud technologies.
With the industry’s dynamic nature, cloud architects help businesses maintain an edge by staying informed of the latest developments. They keep abreast of new and enhanced features and services that are continuously rolled out by fiercely competing CSPs. They excel at identifying and selecting the bundles that best align with the unique needs of companies. Their roles also extend to maximize the throughput of the selected cloud services, intelligently adapting these technologies to drive business success.
Cloud experts can streamline business operations in various ways, such as migrating existing systems to the cloud, building scalable cloud infrastructure from scratch, bolstering your organization’s cloud security practices, or optimizing cloud costs. Whether you are working with IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS services, the right cloud architect will drive your business toward scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.