Senior Solutions Architect

Role:Senior Solutions Architect Location:Remote (US Timezones)Company:VirtasantAbout VirtasantVirtasant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries.We help organizations design, migrate, and operate cloud platforms at scale. Our work spans cloud architecture, large-scale migrations, product engineering, and cloud cost optimization.Our core offerings include:Cloud Migration – Modernizing and migrating complex systems to the cloudCloud Optimization – Reducing cloud spend through automation, engineering, and FinOps practicesProduct Development – Building and scaling cloud-native applicationsArchitecture & Operations – Designing resilient and efficient cloud infrastructureOur engagement models range from fully managed outcome-based projects to co-production and staff augmentation, allowing us to partner with clients in the way that delivers the most impact.The RoleWe are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting capability and an AI-First workflow.This is a high-impact client-facing role where you will:Design and optimize large-scale cloud environmentsLead technical strategy for complex transformation programsGuide engineering teams and influence executive stakeholdersDrive cost optimization initiatives across enterprise cloud estatesYou will operate as a trusted advisor to clients, translating business goals into scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud architectures.This role requires someone who is hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in fast-moving environments where problems are often undefined.What You’ll DoClient Engagement & Solution DesignWork directly with client stakeholders to understand business and technical objectivesDesign cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, or GCPTranslate complex technical challenges into clear solution roadmapsIdentify opportunities to improve scalability, resilience, and cost efficiencyCloud Optimization & FinOpsLead cloud cost optimization initiatives across enterprise environmentsAnalyze usage patterns, architecture design, and infrastructure configuration to reduce wasteImplement governance and automation frameworks to ensure ongoing cost efficiencyTechnical LeadershipServe as the technical authority for cloud architecture engagementsGuide engineering teams on architecture patterns, infrastructure design, and delivery practicesEnsure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practicesTransformation & GovernanceLead complex cloud modernization initiatives including migrations and platform redesignEstablish governance frameworks that measure progress, risk, and outcomesDrive long-term technical transformation strategies with clientsConsulting & Stakeholder EngagementCommunicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesPartner with senior stakeholders including engineering leaders and executivesIdentify new opportunities to expand impact and value for clientsTeam DevelopmentMentor engineers and junior architectsShare knowledge and establish internal best practices across engagementsWhat We’re Looking ForNon-NegotiablesWe are looking for candidates who demonstrate:Proactive ownership – You identify problems and drive solutions without waiting for directionStrong problem-solving ability – You can articulate complex technical challenges you’ve solvedComfort with ambiguity – You thrive in environments where priorities evolve rapidlyHands-on technical capability – You are comfortable implementing solutions yourself when neededClient-facing confidence – You can communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholdersPublic cloud expertise – At least 7+ years working with AWS, Azure, or GCPDemonstrated ability to design solutions using an AI-first approach, integrating AI capabilities into workflows, automation, and decision-making across the architectureProven experience designing and operating production-grade, containerized platforms using Kubernetes, ideally in a product or platform engineering environmentCandidates who lack meaningful cloud architecture experience or strong consulting capability will not be considered.Technical ExperienceYou should bring strong experience across several of the following areas:Cloud Architecture7+ years designing and operating systems on AWS, Azure, or GCPExperience designing large-scale, highly available architecturesMulti-region or enterprise-scale cloud environmentsFinOps & Cloud OptimizationCloud cost optimization strategiesInfrastructure efficiency improvementsBudget governance and cost monitoringSoftware DevelopmentExperience building or maintaining production software systemsAutomation and scripting (Python preferred)Cloud TransformationLeading cloud migrations or modernization programsDefining cloud governance frameworksDelivering multi-phase transformation initiativesConsulting & Business SkillsStrong candidates will also demonstrate:Experience engaging directly with C-level stakeholders and engineering leadersAbility to translate technical complexity into business valueStrong discovery and problem-framing skillsExperience shaping solutions and guiding technical decision-makingStrategic thinking around architecture, scalability, and long-term platform evolutionHow We WorkVirtasant operates in a high-performance consulting environment.The most successful people in this role are:Curious and proactive problem-solversComfortable taking ownership in ambiguous environmentsStrong communicators who can influence stakeholdersHands-on technologists who enjoy building solutionsIf you enjoy solving complex technical problems while working closely with clients, this role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact.Why VirtasantAt Virtasant you will:Work with global clients solving complex cloud challengesCollaborate with a network of elite engineers across 130+ countriesInfluence architecture decisions for large-scale platformsOriginally posted on Himalayas

Role:Senior Solutions Architect Location:Remote (US Timezones)Company:VirtasantAbout VirtasantVirtasant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries.We help organizations design, migrate, and operate cloud platforms at scale. Our work spans cloud architecture, large-scale migrations, product engineering, and cloud cost optimization.Our core offerings include:Cloud Migration – Modernizing and migrating complex systems to the cloudCloud Optimization – Reducing cloud spend through automation, engineering, and FinOps practicesProduct Development – Building and scaling cloud-native applicationsArchitecture & Operations – Designing resilient and efficient cloud infrastructureOur engagement models range from fully managed outcome-based projects to co-production and staff augmentation, allowing us to partner with clients in the way that delivers the most impact.The RoleWe are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting capability and an AI-First workflow.This is a high-impact client-facing role where you will:Design and optimize large-scale cloud environmentsLead technical strategy for complex transformation programsGuide engineering teams and influence executive stakeholdersDrive cost optimization initiatives across enterprise cloud estatesYou will operate as a trusted advisor to clients, translating business goals into scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud architectures.This role requires someone who is hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in fast-moving environments where problems are often undefined.What You’ll DoClient Engagement & Solution DesignWork directly with client stakeholders to understand business and technical objectivesDesign cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, or GCPTranslate complex technical challenges into clear solution roadmapsIdentify opportunities to improve scalability, resilience, and cost efficiencyCloud Optimization & FinOpsLead cloud cost optimization initiatives across enterprise environmentsAnalyze usage patterns, architecture design, and infrastructure configuration to reduce wasteImplement governance and automation frameworks to ensure ongoing cost efficiencyTechnical LeadershipServe as the technical authority for cloud architecture engagementsGuide engineering teams on architecture patterns, infrastructure design, and delivery practicesEnsure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practicesTransformation & GovernanceLead complex cloud modernization initiatives including migrations and platform redesignEstablish governance frameworks that measure progress, risk, and outcomesDrive long-term technical transformation strategies with clientsConsulting & Stakeholder EngagementCommunicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesPartner with senior stakeholders including engineering leaders and executivesIdentify new opportunities to expand impact and value for clientsTeam DevelopmentMentor engineers and junior architectsShare knowledge and establish internal best practices across engagementsWhat We’re Looking ForNon-NegotiablesWe are looking for candidates who demonstrate:Proactive ownership – You identify problems and drive solutions without waiting for directionStrong problem-solving ability – You can articulate complex technical challenges you’ve solvedComfort with ambiguity – You thrive in environments where priorities evolve rapidlyHands-on technical capability – You are comfortable implementing solutions yourself when neededClient-facing confidence – You can communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholdersPublic cloud expertise – At least 7+ years working with AWS, Azure, or GCPDemonstrated ability to design solutions using an AI-first approach, integrating AI capabilities into workflows, automation, and decision-making across the architectureProven experience designing and operating production-grade, containerized platforms using Kubernetes, ideally in a product or platform engineering environmentCandidates who lack meaningful cloud architecture experience or strong consulting capability will not be considered.Technical ExperienceYou should bring strong experience across several of the following areas:Cloud Architecture7+ years designing and operating systems on AWS, Azure, or GCPExperience designing large-scale, highly available architecturesMulti-region or enterprise-scale cloud environmentsFinOps & Cloud OptimizationCloud cost optimization strategiesInfrastructure efficiency improvementsBudget governance and cost monitoringSoftware DevelopmentExperience building or maintaining production software systemsAutomation and scripting (Python preferred)Cloud TransformationLeading cloud migrations or modernization programsDefining cloud governance frameworksDelivering multi-phase transformation initiativesConsulting & Business SkillsStrong candidates will also demonstrate:Experience engaging directly with C-level stakeholders and engineering leadersAbility to translate technical complexity into business valueStrong discovery and problem-framing skillsExperience shaping solutions and guiding technical decision-makingStrategic thinking around architecture, scalability, and long-term platform evolutionHow We WorkVirtasant operates in a high-performance consulting environment.The most successful people in this role are:Curious and proactive problem-solversComfortable taking ownership in ambiguous environmentsStrong communicators who can influence stakeholdersHands-on technologists who enjoy building solutionsIf you enjoy solving complex technical problems while working closely with clients, this role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact.Why VirtasantAt Virtasant you will:Work with global clients solving complex cloud challengesCollaborate with a network of elite engineers across 130+ countriesInfluence architecture decisions for large-scale platformsOriginally posted on Himalayas