Solution Architect (Kurbenetes | CI/CD | AWS) | Remote | Contract

Title: Solution Architect (Kurbenetes | CI/CD | AWS)

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Rate: $Open

We're seeking a talented Solution Architect with a strong emphasis on system monitoring strategies within data centers, expertise in containerization (Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and a solid understanding of SAP applications and cloud architecture principles (AWS, GCP). As a key member of our team, you'll focus on architecting comprehensive monitoring solutions, optimizing containerized deployments, ensuring our SAP landscapes integrate seamlessly with both on-premises and cloud infrastructure.

 Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust cloud architectures (AWS, GCP) and on-premises data center monitoring and automation solutions, ensuring they align with business requirements and provide seamless SAP landscape integration.

• Craft comprehensive system monitoring strategies specifically tailored for data center environments, covering both physical and virtual infrastructure.

• Select and implement appropriate infrastructure monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, CloudWatch, Nagios, Zabbix) with a focus on data center metrics and SAP application specific KPIs.

• Innovate CICD Pipeline strategies incorporating GIT branching and delta merging capabilities

• Assess resource management practices in align with both cloud and data center requirements.

• Collaborate closely with development, SAP, and infrastructure teams to optimize deployments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless integration across hybrid environments.

• Design and implement SAP strategies to the cloud, ensuring optimal performance, security, and integration with data center components.

• Act as a cloud, SAP, and monitoring evangelist, sharing best practices and mentoring team members.

• Must have excellent Design and Documentation Skills

Qualifications

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

• 5+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or similar role, with a portion of that experience focused on SAP systems and data center infrastructure.

• Demonstrated expertise in AWS and GCP services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, etc.).

• In-depth knowledge of system monitoring principles, tools, and methodologies specific to data centers.

• Deep proficiency in Kubernetes container orchestration (cluster management, networking), with an understanding of SAP workload requirements and hybrid deployment considerations.

• Experience with SAP solutions (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, etc.) and an understanding of their integration with cloud platforms and data center environments.

• Strong understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.)

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to translate technical concepts to stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS or GCP Solutions Architect certification.

• Experience with other containerization platforms (Docker Swarm, Mesos).

• Experience in CI/CD pipeline design and implementation