Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect
Description
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The Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect will join the team that designs, builds and operates Siemens Healthineers’ global Multi-Cloud (Microsoft Azure & AWS) and onpremises environments. This role has two core focuses: architecting scalable, secure platforms for AI and HighPerformance Computing (HPC) workloads and designing robust general cloud infrastructure architectures to support enterprise applications and services.
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience and a general overview of Cloud and On-premises IT architecture, software implementation, automation, quality assurance, monitoring and maintaining services with various underlying dependencies. Close collaboration with business teams to understand requirements and translate them into performant and reliable cloud solutions is key to this position.
The Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect will join the team that designs, builds and operates Siemens Healthineers’ global Multi-Cloud (Microsoft Azure & AWS) and onpremises environments. This role has two core focuses: architecting scalable, secure platforms for AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC) workloads and designing robust general cloud infrastructure architectures to support enterprise applications and services.
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience and a general overview of Cloud and On-premises IT architecture, software implementation, automation, quality assurance, monitoring and maintaining services with various underlying dependencies. Close collaboration with business teams to understand requirements and translate them into performant and reliable cloud solutions is key to this position.
Responsibilities
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Design, build and maintain cloud systems on Azure and AWS using all available services with a focus on PaaS, while also architecting platforms and reference architectures specifically for AI and High- Performance Computing (HPC) workloads.
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Build solutions that provide availability, performance and stability in our systems, services and products at scale, including support for large scale model training, inference, and HPC simulations.
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Work in conjunction with our demand teams, data science/HPC teams and business users to understand functionality, scalability, performance, security and integration requirements for both application and AI/HPC use cases.
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Propose architectures using native Azure/ AWS services, automation and serverless technology in a complex multi tenant environment; include GPU/accelerator provisioning, distributed compute patterns, storage tiering and high throughput / low latency networking when required for AI/HPC.
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Collaborate within the organization to build secure IaaS, PaaS and SaaS environments in Azure and AWS that also accommodate AI/HPC operational requirements .
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Define migration solutions for existing on prem hosted software development processes (CI/CD landscapes), including pipelines and practices for ML model lifecycle (training, validation, deployment) and reproducible HPC workflows.
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Understand Siemens Healthineers information security requirements and drive adherence for cloud workloads, applying specific controls and governance needed for sensitive data used in AI and HPC workloads.
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Develop and maintain documentation for built Azure/ AWS systems and procedures, and include runbooks, capacity planning guidance and tuning tips for AI/HPC jobs and large data pipelines.
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Craft and evangelize secure cloud platform and product requirements, incorporating cost management and performance optimization strategies for compute intensive workloads.
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Embrace a culture of continuous service improvement and service excellence, with regular reviews of platform performance, cost and reliability.
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Stay current on cloud industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices .
Qualifications:
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Overall 10 + years’ experience in cloud technologies (Azure & AWS) , with the most recent 3 years on AI & HPC services
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Proven experience designing hybrid cloud architecture s for AI/ML and High-Performance Computing (HPC) use cases
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Experience implementing enterprise‐grade cloud solutions, including hybrid integration with on-premises compute and storage
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Strong knowledge of cloud networking and application security, infrastructure hardening, security baselines, web server and database security
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Knowledge of Azure and AWS Cloud security strategies, tools and compliance frameworks, with the ability to apply IAM, encryption and network segmentation to compute-intensive workloads
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively on status, progress and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
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AWS Cloud Architect and Azure Solutions Architect Expert certifications preferred; additional AI or security certifications are a plus
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Knowledge of large-scale software development and CI/CD processes, including ML model CI/CD and reproducible workflows, is a plus
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Demonstrated experience building reliable, scalable, secure, data-driven process automation for compliance, operationalization and lifecycle management of cloud workloads
Competencies and Behaviors:
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Highly self-motivated with the ability to identify areas of focus and tackle new challenges with or without direction
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Must be able to communicate effectively and build solid relationships with individuals at all levels, in multiple geographies and business functions
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Strong oral, written, and presentation abilities - able to convey risk to all levels of the business, from C-level executives to operations and development teams
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Strong business acumen with the ability to build business cases for technology initiatives and to effectively communicate the value proposition to non-technical stakeholders
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Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
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Ability to work within a dynamic and fast-paced international environment
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Ability to build rapport with other team members and relevant teams
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Very good communication and negotiations skills
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Technically innovative, able to express technical and non-technical concepts in clear verbal and written English
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Very good skills to document complex concepts in a comprehensive, yet readable manner
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Encourages people to be open and share their views
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Ability to use own initiative to solve technical problems, considering a range of options that meet the needs of all stakeholders
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Takes responsibility for projects and strategic initiatives
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Demonstrate clear and measurable results through the development of KPIs, goals and milestones, delivery Focused
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Ambitious and competitive
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Drive innovation and best practice
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Strive for standardization and simplification in all aspects of work
Soft Skills Requirements
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Leadership
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Collaboration & Customer Orientation
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Intercultural Sensitivity
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Value Orientation
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Team Development
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Ability to multi-task and handle multiple assignments simultaneously, while focusing on delivery quality
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Ability to use initiative when needed
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Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
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Quick learner and efficient, ability to get into new technologies and architectures
The expected Compensation for this position is: $104,000 - $150,000 CAD
Factors which may affect starting compensation within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the succe