We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect to join our technical leadership team. This role could involve designing and implementing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions, driving architectural vision across distributed systems, and mentoring engineering teams in building resilient, efficient infrastructure at enterprise scale. If you have deep expertise in cloud architecture, systems design, and technology strategy, this opportunity could be right for you.
Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.
About the opportunity
This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Infrastructure Architect positions focused on guiding the design and evolution of cloud infrastructure platforms that support critical business operations. Roles of this type may sit within a collaborative technical environment where you would partner across engineering, platform operations, and product teams to establish architecture patterns, drive infrastructure modernization initiatives, and shape the technical direction of distributed systems. The work could involve balancing immediate delivery needs with long-term scalability and reliability, with scope to mentor and develop technical talent.
Typical role overview
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Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Type: Permanent · Full-time
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Salary: $160,000 - $240,000 per annum
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Focus: Cloud infrastructure architecture, systems design, technology strategy, and technical team leadership
What you would do
Typical responsibilities could include:
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Designing and architecting scalable, resilient cloud infrastructure solutions across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments
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Establishing infrastructure patterns, best practices, and technical standards for distributed systems
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Driving infrastructure modernization and migration initiatives, working with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code approaches
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Collaborating with engineering, platform, and product teams to translate business requirements into robust technical architecture
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Mentoring and leading technical team members, raising standards and fostering a culture of technical excellence
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Evaluating emerging technologies and tools to improve system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency
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Managing stakeholder relationships across engineering, operations, and leadership to align technical decisions with organizational goals
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Contributing to architecture reviews, design discussions, and technology decisions at an enterprise level
What you could bring
Most roles of this type require the following:
Must-have
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10–15 years of infrastructure, systems architecture, or cloud engineering experience
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5+ years leading technical teams or mentoring engineers in infrastructure and platform design
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Deep hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including infrastructure design and optimization
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Strong expertise with Terraform, infrastructure-as-code, and configuration management
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Proven experience architecting distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native solutions
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect certification (or equivalent)
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Strong systems thinking, with the ability to design for scalability, reliability, and security
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Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience
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Authorization to work in the United States
Nice-to-have
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Google Cloud Architect certification
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Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
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Background in DevOps culture and practices
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Track record of leading infrastructure transformation initiatives at scale
What roles of this type could offer
Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
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Opportunity to shape the technical direction of infrastructure platforms that power critical business systems
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Scope to mentor and develop high-performing technical teams, with clear pathways for career growth
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Engagement with emerging cloud technologies and the chance to drive architectural innovation
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Exposure to complex, large-scale system design challenges and enterprise technology strategy
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Collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on strategic initiatives
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Potential for progression toward principal or leadership roles, where supported by business needs
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Flexible work arrangements and access to professional development opportunities
About Specialist Staffing Group
We are a leading specialist staffing and recruitment partner. We connect talented professionals with opportunities that match their expertise and career goals. Our focus is on building long-term relationships and supporting the success of both candidates and hiring organizations across technology, infrastructure, and professional services.
How to register interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.
