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<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0">Are you ready to make an impact?</span></span></strong></span></p></div><p><span data-contrast="none">West Monroe is hiring a </span><strong><em><span data-contrast="none">Cloud Architect </span></em></strong><span data-contrast="none">for our growing Enterprise Technology consulting practice! The architect will lead cross-functional teams in the design, engineering, and deployment of cutting-edge cloud & IT infrastructure solutions for a wide range of clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join an employee-centric firm and focus on modernizing complex IT environments within key industry verticals such as Healthcare, Financial Services, Private Equity, Energy & Utilities, and High-Tech.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Responsibilities: </span></strong> <span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240,"469777462":[8410],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Collaborate with both West Monroe consultants and client leadership to architect, build, and deploy secure cloud & IT infrastructure solutions that improve business operations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assess current state processes and IT environments, interview stakeholders, gather/define requirements, and recommend viable solutions and strategies</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Establish and enforce cloud architecture standards, best practices, and governance to ensure secure, compliant, and consistent solutions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Develop solution architecture designs for Cloud landing zone(s) and deployment of client workloads on the designed landing zone(s)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Develop migration plans and strategies to optimize or enhance cloud services, cloud-based applications, IT systems, networking capabilities, and/or cybersecurity posture</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support analysis for </span><span data-contrast="none">key decisions regarding project direction including </span><span data-contrast="none">cloud service</span> <span data-contrast="none">selections, team workstreams, and methodology</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Lead implementation of Infrastructure as Code, automated deployments, and cloud cost optimization to drive operational efficiency and scalability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support business development by assisting with proposals, pre-sales technical discovery, and client presentations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Act as career advisor/mentor and coach junior consultants on</span><span data-contrast="none"> cloud computing</span><span data-contrast="none"> technical</span><span data-contrast="none"> best practices</span><span data-contrast="none">, professional development, and client engagement</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Contribute to practice development and Center of Excellence meetings</span><span data-contrast="none">, sharing insights and feedback to improve methodologies and tools</span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients, exercising sound judgment in evaluating outputs.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Apply AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation tools, data models) to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and elevate the quality of client outcomes.</p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Qualifications:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred, or equivalent experience required</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Consulting firm/industry experience preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">5-10+ years of experience in an IT architecture/engineering role covering areas like cloud computing (required), Windows/Linux, servers, virtualization, or networking</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience leading AWS, Azure, and/or GCP ‘on-prem to cloud’ migration projects</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Proficient with Infra-as-Code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and/or ARM templates</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient with DevOps tools and practices for automated build, test, deployment, and monitoring within cloud environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Confident communication, presentation, and team leadership skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Willingness to travel for </span><span data-contrast="auto"> client engagements </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Bonus: </span><span data-contrast="none">C</span><span data-contrast="none">ompliance</span><span data-contrast="none"> standards</span><span data-contrast="none"> (</span><span data-contrast="none">NIST</span><span data-contrast="none">, HIPAA, ISO</span><span data-contrast="none">, PCI</span><span data-contrast="none">), scripting (Python, PowerShell), </span><span data-contrast="none">, Microsoft 365, DevSecOps</span><span data-contrast="none">, Professional level cloud certifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs.</span></li>
</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":2,"335559685":557,"335559731":0,"335559737":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":8.81}"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary range for this role can </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package, </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">including our bonus structure and benefits is </span><a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/careers/benefits"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">. Individual salaries are </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">experience, skills, education, and internal equity.<br><br></span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">leave will also be available upon hire date. </span></p></div><div class="title">Seattle or Washington, D.C.</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$159,800</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$188,000 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Los Angeles</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$167,400</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$196,900 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">New York City or San Francisco</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$175,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$205,900 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">A location not listed above</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$152,200</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$179,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p> </p>
<h3><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">Other consultancies talk at you.</span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we work with you.</span></h3>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">We’re a global business and technology consulting firm passionate about creating measurable value for our clients, delivering real-world solutions.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">The combination of business and technology is not new, but how we bring them together is unique. We’re fluent in both. We know that technology alone is not the answer, but how we apply it is. We rely on data to constantly adapt and solve new challenges. Actions that work today with outcomes that generate value for years to come.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we zero in on the heart of the opportunity, getting to results faster and preparing people for what’s next.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">You’ll feel the difference in how we work. We show up personally. We’re right there in the room with you, co-creating through the challenges. With West Monroe, collaboration isn’t a lofty promise, but a daily action. We work together with you to turn vision into clear action with lasting impact.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">West Monroe</span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto">is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer </span></strong> </span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. To learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion at West Monroe, visit </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="http://www.westmonroe.com/inclusion"><span data-contrast="none">www.westmonroe.com/inclusion</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruiting process, please inquire by sending an email to <a href="mailto:recruiting@westmonroe.com">recruiting@westmonroe.com</a>.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}">Please review our <a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/ai-use-policy" target="_blank">current policy regarding use of generative artificial intelligence during the application process</a>.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">If you are based in California, we encourage you to read West Monroe’s Notice at Collection for California residents, provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and linked </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="https://www.westmonroe.com/privacy-policy/applicant-ccpa"><span data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p></div>
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Unlimited Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- Equity Compensation
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