AWS Solutions Architect / Cloud Engineer

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Kentro is hiring an experienced AWS Solutions Architect / Cloud Engineer to support a large federal government contract. 

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines and workflows in a hybrid cloud environment.
• Develop and maintain cloud-based data storage solutions, such as data lakes and warehouses.
• Optimize data processing and transformation for performance and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Ensure data security, compliance, and governance in cloud systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines to ensure reliability and availability.
• Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies and best practices.
• Document processes, workflows, and system architecture for future reference.
• Help a diverse range of generative AI-focused initiatives to adopt the right architecture at each part of the customer lifecycle
• Support adoption of a broad range of AWS services to deliver business value and accelerate growth
• Provide technical consultation and support the evolution and roadmap of the AWS platform and services
• Develop unique, compelling, and exciting presentations and demonstrations of new Amazon technologies
• Document best practices and create development resources that can be used by developers
• Build reference architecture, frameworks and toolkits to drive adoption at scale
• Manage complex projects with significant impact

Location: Hybrid in Woodlawn, MD

Salary Range: $135,000-$145,000. Factors influencing pay within this range include geography, market demand, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• 5+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience
• 5+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience  
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with at least 5 years experience delivering data solutions in the cloud (or equivalent experience)
• Experience working with end user or developer communities
• Experience communicating across technical and non-technical audiences, including executive level stakeholders or clients
• Proven experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. (AWS preferred)
• Strong knowledge of data engineering tools such as SSIS, AWS Glue, and other ETL tools in the AWS environment.  (CCaaS data preferred).
• Proficiency in programming languages like SQL with a bonus of Python and Scala.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases such as Athena, DynamoDB and MSSQL.
• Understanding of data security and compliance standards. (DRLS, 508 compliance, PII, etc.)
• Understanding of and reporting on logs in AWS environment (CloudWatch, ServiceLens, Synthetics, etc.)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working with end user or developer communities

Preferred Skills:

• AWS experience preferred, with proficiency in a wide range of AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, VPC, CloudFormation)
• AWS Professional level certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Professional, DevOps Engineer Professional) preferred
• Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., Terraform, Python)
• Knowledge of security and compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR)
• Familiarity with Amazon Lex capabilities, benefits, conversation design, and required deployment skills
• Experience incorporating generative AI into voice or chat bots to answer questions or drive self-service experiences, including model selection and integration, prompt engineering, and data preparation.
• Experience working with Python and generative AI libraries and frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow
• Understanding of technical details and techniques used in tuning generative AI foundation models using techniques like RAG, PEFT, RLHF, DPO
• Experience scaling model training and inference using technologies like Amazon SageMaker
• Experience with related technology areas such as distributed filesystems and high performance networking

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have active Public Trust Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.