Cloud Solutions Architect — E-commerce Platform Development

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Amazon is the world's largest online retailer, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. With a mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company, Amazon has grown to become one of the world's most valuable companies, with over 1.6 million employees worldwide. As a leading e-commerce platform, Amazon provides a wide range of products and services, from cloud computing and artificial intelligence to advertising and media. Our culture values innovation, customer obsession, and operational excellence, making us a great place to work for talented individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Cloud Solutions Architect — E-commerce Platform Development, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and deploying scalable and secure e-commerce platforms on Amazon Web Services (AWS). You will work closely with cross-functional teams to architect cloud-based solutions that meet our customers' needs, while ensuring alignment with our technical and business goals. Reporting to the Director of Cloud Solutions, you will have a significant impact on the development of our e-commerce platforms, contributing to the growth and success of our business.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Design and develop scalable, secure, and highly available e-commerce platforms on AWS, leveraging services such as EC2, RDS, and S3.

- Collaborate with development teams to architect cloud-based solutions that meet customer requirements and company goals.

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, technical guides, and design patterns.

- Ensure alignment with AWS best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality code.

- Identify and mitigate technical risks, working closely with the DevOps team to implement mitigation strategies.

- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends, applying knowledge to drive innovation and improvement.

- Collaborate with the cloud engineering team to design and implement cloud-based DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a focus on e-commerce platforms and AWS.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- Strong understanding of cloud computing principles, including scalability, availability, and security.

- Proficiency in AWS services, including EC2, RDS, S3, and VPC.

- Experience with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.

- Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- Cloud certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer.

- Experience with cloud-based DevOps tools, including Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI.

- Knowledge of e-commerce platforms and payment gateways.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus a benefits package that includes a generous health insurance plan, a defined contribution pension scheme, and 25 days of annual leave. We also provide a £1,000 annual learning and development budget, and support remote work with a flexible work-from-home policy. Our team culture values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, with opportunities for career growth and professional development.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

You will be part of a dynamic and innovative team of cloud professionals, working closely with development teams to design and deliver scalable and secure e-commerce platforms. Our team is passionate about cloud computing and e-commerce, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences. We prioritize collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning, and we're committed to supporting our team members in their career growth and development.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We expect to respond to all applications within 2 weeks of receipt.

📋 Job Details

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Amazon. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.