Senior Cloud Platform Architect - AWS & Service Activation-- Hybrid Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC

Req ID:   383115   NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Architect - AWS & Service Activation-- Hybrid Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC to join our team in Irving, Texas (US-TX), United States (US). Please Note: This hybrid role requires onsite client support 2-3 days weekly in either Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC. Candidates must be located within commuting distance of one of these offices. Applications from candidates outside these areas may not be considered. Position Summary We are seeking a  Senior Cloud Engineer  to architect design, build, and operate a secure, scalable, and highly automated multi-cloud platform leveraging  Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ,  Amazon Web Services (AWS) , and  Microsoft Azure.  As a key technical leader, you will drive the evolution of our multi-cloud engineering, enabling resilient, cloud-native services that support mission-critical enterprise workloads. This role requires deep expertise in  cloud architecture, infrastructure as code (IaC), and distributed systems engineering , with a strong focus on  Terraform-driven automation  and platform standardization. The ideal candidate brings  strong Kubernetes , IAM, networking, and policy management experience, along with a disciplined approach to security, reliability, and cost optimization. Key Responsibilities: Platform Engineering, Design & Architecture Architect, engineer, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions across  GCP and AWS, with Azure as a plus . Engineer multi-region, highly available architectures aligned with enterprise standards and best practices. Infrastructure Automation & IaC Lead engineering, adoption, and development of  Terraform-based infrastructure as code , ensuring consistency, compliance, and reusability. Build and maintain modular Terraform frameworks for provisioning cloud infrastructure. Integrate IaC into CI/CD pipelines to enable fully automated provisioning and deployment workflows. Containerization & Kubernetes Platforms Direct knowledge and engineering leveraging Kubernetes platforms ( EKS, GKE ) and associated ecosystems. Implementation of  container orchestration best practices including scaling, observability, and security. Identity, Access & Security Governance Experienced working knowledge architecting and designing robust  IAM strategies  across GCP and AWS including least-privilege access models. Implement policy frameworks for access control, resource governance, and regulatory compliance. Networking & Connectivity Direct knowledge and experience architecting, designing, and engineering cloud networking solutions including  VPC/VNet design, routing, peering, VPNs, and private connectivity . Ensure secure, high-performance connectivity between cloud environments and on-premises systems. Policy Management & Governance Deep understanding of policy management, policy-as-code frameworks to ensure consistent governance of resources, tagging strategies, and compliance controls. Collaboration with governance, policy, and security teams to ensure cloud environments meet enterprise and regulatory standards. Modernization & Mentorship Champion cloud-native and platform engineering best practices across the organization. Drive the evolution of platform engineering practice by incorporating infrastructure-as-code (IaC) principles. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership for complex cloud initiatives. Serve as an escalation point for critical cloud infrastructure and platform issues. Ideal experience to have for this role:   Cloud Platforms & Architecture Extensive firsthand experience with  AWS and GCP  in large-scale enterprise environments. Strong expertise in cloud architecture, including high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-region design. Deep understanding of cloud-native services and distributed systems principles. AWSControl tower and landing Zones. Infrastructure as Code & Automation Advanced proficiency in  Terraform  for infrastructure provisioning and lifecycle management. Experience designing reusable modules and managing Terraform state at scale. Familiarity with CI/CD tooling and Git-based workflows. Kubernetes & Container Platforms Strong experience with  Kubernetes (EKS, GKE)  and container ecosystems. Knowledge of Helm, service meshes, and container security best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM) Deep understanding of IAM concepts in AWS and GCP, including roles, policies, and federation. Experience implementing  RBAC and least-privilege access models  at scale. Networking & Core Infrastructure Strong knowledge of  cloud networking concepts : VPCs, subnets, routing, load balancing, DNS, and hybrid connectivity. Experience designing secure network architectures across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Policy Management & Governance Direct experience with  policy enforcement frameworks  and governance models in AWS and GCP. Familiarity with policy-as-code tools and compliance automation practices. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or cloud architecture roles. Hands-on expertise with AWS and GCP in enterprise environments, including high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-region architectures. Strong experience with Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), reusable modules, and automated CI/CD deployments. Proven experience designing and supporting Kubernetes platforms (EKS, GKE) and containerized environments. Deep knowledge of IAM, RBAC, least-privilege access models, and cloud security best practices. Strong understanding of cloud networking, including VPCs, routing, load balancing, DNS, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity. E