About the job
Effectual is seeking talented Cloud Architects to spearhead the technical direction of our Professional Services projects. Collaborating closely with Engagement Managers (EMs), you will be pivotal in delivering remarkable experiences for both our clients and the delivery team. As a Cloud Architect at Effectual, you will act as a 'Brand Ambassador,' showcasing our expertise and commitment to providing high-quality, cutting-edge solutions to our customers.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities of a Cloud Architect
In your role, you will lead dynamic delivery teams. Your typical day may include:
- Designing and documenting robust systems on AWS tailored to meet client needs.
- Engaging with clients or internal teams to troubleshoot issues, provide education, and facilitate smooth implementation.
- Collaborating with Engagement Managers to refine customer communications.
- Gathering requirements and documenting current states while educating customers on your proposed solutions.
- Participating in pre-sales calls to demonstrate Effectual's capabilities and experience to prospective clients.
Essential Soft Skills:
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify critical issues and the factors influencing their resolution, coupled with the skill to generate effective solutions through technical analysis and communication.
- Consensus Building: Engaging with stakeholders to reach agreements on problems and solutions, necessitating strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills to empower teams and ensure tasks are completed on time.
- Knowledge: Proficiency in utilizing architectural frameworks and best practices to drive business transformations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Promoting technical excellence by:
- Implementing best practice architecture for assigned clients.
- Architecting and building solutions in AWS, including Landing Zones, container platforms, and data storage solutions using services such as Control Tower, EKS/ECS, and S3.
- Conducting thorough cost-benefit and risk-reward analyses.
- Designing and developing innovative solutions.

