- Design cloud architecture : Create and design resilient, high-performing, and cost-optimized cloud solutions that meet a company's business and technical requirements.

- Develop and deploy solutions : Oversee the implementation and deployment of new cloud infrastructure and applications using AWS services.

- Migrate systems : Strategize and execute the migration of existing on-premises systems and applications to the AWS cloud.

- Advise on best practices : Provide guidance on the use of AWS services, ensuring deployments follow the AWS Well-Architected Framework and security standards.

- Collaborate across teams : Work with development, operations (DevOps), and security teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of cloud solutions.

- Communicate with stakeholders : Translate complex technical concepts into business terms for C-level executives, product owners, and other non-technical stakeholders.

- Optimize cloud infrastructure : Monitor resource usage and implement strategies for cost savings, performance tuning, and operational efficiency.

- Stay current on AWS : Continuously learn about new AWS services, features, and evolving best practices to improve cloud infrastructure.

Essential qualifications :

- Education : A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is common, but not always required.

- Technical expertise : hands-on experience with server-based and serverless AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB), networking, databases, and scripting languages like Python.

- Certifications : Professional certifications, such as the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate and Professional, are highly preferred.

- Analytical skills : Ability to analyze business requirements and break down complex problems to design workable, creative solutions.

- Communication skills : Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively collaborate with various technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Problem-solving aptitude : Strong critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues and devise effective solutions for clients.