Senior Cloud & AI Architect (AWS / Public Sector)Role Summary
Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable cloud and AI solutions for state government systems. This role combines AWS cloud architecture, AI/ML expertise, and enterprise modernization to improve public services and enable data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement AWS-based cloud architectures (IaaS/PaaS/hybrid)
- Lead development of AI/ML and GenAI solutions (e.g., chatbots, LLM applications)
- Modernize legacy applications and enterprise systems
- Ensure security, compliance, and ethical AI practices
- Evaluate and recommend AI/ML platforms and tools (AWS SageMaker, PyTorch, etc.)
- Work with stakeholders across multiple government agencies
- Mentor architects and provide technical leadership
- Ensure alignment with NIST, FedRAMP, and other security standards
Required Experience
- 10+ years in IT / software engineering
- 5+ years in enterprise architecture roles
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud architecture
- Experience designing and deploying AI/ML solutions
- Knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and NLP
- Experience with cloud-native and hybrid architectures
Required Skills
- AWS (Solutions Architecture, cloud-native design)
- AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, SageMaker)
- GenAI / LLM application development
- System integration and API architecture
- Secure architecture design
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Experience in state/local or federal government projects
- Knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST AI RMF, FedRAMP
- Experience with GenAI chatbots and enterprise AI systems
- Azure ML or Google Vertex AI exposure
- Prior work in digital transformation programs
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Pay: Up to $74.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
