Sr Cloud Architect

Drive cloud cost optimization strategies including right-sizing, reserved instances, and resource lifecycle management.

Partner with Finance and IT leadership to develop cloud budgets, forecasts, and chargeback/showback models.

Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor cloud spend, performance, and operational health.

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CTO, IT Sr.

Leadership, and business stakeholders on cloud strategy and investment decisions.

Mentor and coach cloud engineers and technical teams; contribute to building internal cloud competency.

Lead cloud Center of Excellence (CoE) working groups and facilitate architectural governance councils.

Collaborate with vendors, managed service providers, and external partners on cloud initiatives.

6+ years related work experience in IT infrastructure, software engineering, or systems architecture to include

3+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering enterprise-grade cloud solutions

Related Bachelor’s degree or additional related equivalent work experience Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field

Proven track record of architecting and delivering large-scale cloud migration or transformation programs.

Deep expertise in at least two major cloud platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Strong knowledge of cloud networking (VPCs, VPNs, ExpressRoute/Direct Connect, load balancing, DNS).

Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Bicep.

with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, AKS, EKS, GKE) and CI/CD pipelines.

Understanding of cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), and Zero Trust architecture.

Familiarity with DevOps/DevSecOps practices, GitOps, and platform engineering principles.

Master’s degree in a related field

Active cloud certifications: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect.

with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.

Familiarity with FinOps principles and cloud cost management tools (CloudHealth, Nicus, Apptio, AWS Cost Explorer).

in regulated industries (healthcare, financial services, government) is a plus.

Prior experience in a consulting, professional services, or COE leadership role.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.

Jobs are sedentary if traversing activities are required only occasionally.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement which combines flexibility with in office engagement.

Team schedules are determined based on role requirements and business needs.

Travel to and from our corporate offices may be required.

What We Offer As a Florida Blue employee, you will be at the heart of GuideWell’s vision – to lead the nation in transforming health through compassionate, connected, and technology-enabled care that delivers personalized value and empowered living.

To support your wellbeing, comprehensive benefits are offered.

As an employee, you will have access to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance
• Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs
• Leave programs to support personal circumstances
• Retirement Savings Plan including employer match
• Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days
• Additional voluntary benefits available; and a comprehensive wellness program

Employee benefits are designed to align with federal and state employment laws.

may vary based on the state in which work is performed.

for intern, part-time and seasonal employees may differ.

To support your financial wellbeing, we offer competitive pay as well as opportunities for incentive or commission compensation.

We also conduct regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases.

Typical Annualized Offer/Hiring Range: $130,000 - $162,500 Annualized Salary Range: $130,000 - $211,300 Final pay will be determined with consideration of market competitiveness, internal equity, and the job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience you bring.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to cultivating a work experience where everyone feels like they belong and can perform at their best in pursuit of our mission.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.