Job ID: JOB_ID_3798
Cloud/Platform Architect – Cambridge, MA (Hybrid C2C)
We are looking for a skilled Cloud/Platform Architect for a C2C Hybrid role in Cambridge, MA. This position involves leading the architecture and delivery governance for a regulated AWS platform supporting CDAP and BEE workloads. The role requires extensive experience in AWS, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, and Kubernetes/EKS, with a strong emphasis on security and compliance in regulated environments.
- Role Summary:
- Lead end-to-end architecture and delivery governance for a regulated AWS platform supporting CDAP (pharmacometrics) and BEE (biostats).
- Own multi-environment architecture (DEV/TEST/PROD/DR) using Terraform modularization and GitOps practices.
- Define platform blueprint for compute, storage, networking, identity, CI/CD, observability, DR, and operational readiness.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Define target AWS architecture for VPC design with department isolation (subnets, NACLs, security groups).
- Architect Amazon EKS with namespace isolation (cdap/sas/gitlab) and Helm-based deployments.
- Architect AWS PCS (Slurm HPC) for NONMEM workloads including scaling and integration patterns.
- Architect storage layers using FSx NetApp ONTAP (NFS/SMB, multi-AZ) and FSx Lustre scratch for HPC.
- Define end-user access architecture using AWS WorkSpaces (Windows desktops) and integration touchpoints.
- Define data services architecture using RDS PostgreSQL and ElastiCache Redis for platform components.
- Design Identity & Access integration: Okta SSO + Duo MFA, AWS Managed AD, and RBAC/group strategy.
- Establish Infrastructure-as-Code standards: Terraform module strategy, remote state, environment variable files, and governance.
- Define GitOps standards: all Kubernetes manifests/Helm values in Git, CI/CD-driven promotion across environments.
- Define GitLab platform and pipeline strategy (runners, approvals, artifact management, reusable templates).
- Drive security-by-design: least privilege IAM, logging, encryption, secrets management patterns.
- Ensure regulated operations readiness: change control, audit readiness, validation documentation alignment (GxP/21 CFR Part 11).
- Define operational model: monitoring/alerting, patching cadence, backup/restore, DR runbooks, and service reporting.
- Create architecture deliverables: HLD/LLD, standards, reference patterns, runbooks, and handover package.
- Understand R&D and FDA processes, and work closely with business stakeholders.
- Manage risks, dependencies, and design decisions with stakeholders (client, engineering, ops).
Must-Have Skills:
- Expert level AWS architecture experience: networking, compute, storage, IAM/security, multi-AZ design.
- Expert level Terraform experience: module design, remote state (S3 + locking), multi-environment patterns.
- GitLab CI/CD pipelines: design, governance, reusable templates, runner strategy.
- Kubernetes/EKS architecture with Helm and GitOps workflows.
- Strong Experience integrating /connecting On-premises Active Directory to AWS.
- Experience with AWS HPC workloads.
- Strong experience operating platforms in regulated / compliance-driven environments.
- Strong documentation and architecture governance skills.
Good-to-Have Skills:
- Healthcare/Pharma domain experience, with knowledge on FDA processes.
- Experience working with business teams and R&D teams.
- Experience with AWS PCS / Slurm.
- Experience with FSx NetApp ONTAP and FSx Lustre performance patterns.
- Experience with AWS WorkSpaces at scale.
- Experience designing/operating self-hosted GitLab.
- Experience with OKTA integration.
This is a contract role with a hybrid work model. If you are a seasoned Cloud/Platform Architect with a strong background in regulated environments and AWS, apply now!
Special Requirements
Visa constraints: C2C, Hybrid. Domain: Healthcare/Pharma, FDA processes. Interview modes: Not specified. Screening steps: Not specified.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $120,000 – $180,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Cambridge, MA
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Email: ick@arkhyatech.com
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