Cloud Architect

Peyton Resource Group

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Mining, Debugging Skills, Design Services, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Distribution Channel, Emerging Technology, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Protection, High Availability, Hybrid Cloud, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE), Machine Learning, Microservices, NoSQL, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Product Lifecycle, REST (Representational State Transfer), React.js, Requirements Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Security Architecture, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development, Software as a Service (SaaS), System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Test Plan/Schedule, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Virtualization
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Company Overview
Our client is a technology-driven organization delivering advanced digital platforms and analytics solutions for complex, data-intensive industries. The company leverages cloud-native architectures, artificial intelligence, and modern data engineering practices to enhance operational performance and streamline enterprise workflows. With a strong focus on innovation and scalable design, the organization is building next-generation software solutions to modernize and optimize mission-critical systems.
Position Summary
The Cloud Software Architect is a senior technical leadership role responsible for defining and driving the architectural vision for next-generation cloud-based platforms while modernizing legacy systems. This individual will serve as a strategic advisor and technical leader, collaborating closely with internal engineering teams and external partners to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise solutions. The role spans the full product lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, development, testing, deployment, and operational optimization.
Key Responsibilities
  • Define and champion cloud architecture strategy across internal and external platforms, tools, and systems.
  • Lead architectural design for scalable, highly available, and resilient distributed systems.
  • Provide technical leadership to both in-house and geographically distributed development teams.
  • Translate product requirements into detailed engineering specifications and technical roadmaps.
  • Guide performance optimization, scalability planning, security architecture, and enterprise integration efforts.
  • Select appropriate technologies and frameworks aligned with long-term product vision.
  • Oversee system design, integration, debugging, and deployment activities.
  • Drive best practices across Agile and DevOps methodologies, including CI/CD and performance metrics tracking.
  • Optimize infrastructure for cost efficiency and operational reliability.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and proactively identify opportunities for innovation.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred).
  • 10+ years of hands-on software development and enterprise application design experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in an architecture role supporting large-scale, SaaS-based platforms.
  • Proven experience delivering commercial-grade enterprise software solutions.
  • Strong expertise in distributed systems, microservices architecture, and data distribution strategies.
  • Experience designing and deploying containerized workloads and microservices frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of cloud computing environments, including multi-tenancy, virtualization, orchestration, and elastic scalability.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL data stores and performance tuning strategies.
  • Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and modern front-end technologies (e.G., Angular, React).
  • Strong proficiency in Java and enterprise frameworks (e.G., Spring).
  • Experience deploying solutions in hybrid cloud and on-premise environments.
  • Exposure to machine learning, data mining, or statistical processing systems is a plus.
  • Experience coordinating distributed or cross-functional engineering teams.

About the Company

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Peyton Resource Group

Established in 2001, Peyton Resource Group is a solution-based staffing company that matches businesses with top talent for short-term, long-term or permanent needs. People are a business’s most valuable asset. Peyton Resource Group is dedicated to helping companies find the best talent, matching professionals with jobs where they will thrive. With locations in Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio and Austin, we are available to serve your staffing needs throughout Texas and across the country.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.prg-usa.com/