Cloud Architect

TEKsystems is seeking a Cloud Architect for an on-site role in San Jose, CA or Lehi, UT

This is a long term contract position.

Onsite 5 days per week.

Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science required.
• 5 years of hands-on experience in distributed computing architecture
• Significant hands-on experience in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS, Azure), big data platforms, and end-to-end data solution workflows.
• Demonstrated expertise in machine learning/AI frameworks, platforms, and MLOps.
• Proven record of building, optimizing, and documenting scalable cloud, data, and ML solutions.
• Ability to diagram architectures at multiple levels of detail, ranging from conceptual to detailed implementation.
• Ability to document every aspect of work, including technical decisions, architectures, workflows, and operational procedures.
• Strong skills in technical communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.
  
  

Description

This resource will work hands-on to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing systems for analytics, reporting, and machine learning on a petabyte scale.

CORE RESPONSIBLITIES

CLOUD DATA ARCHITECTURE DESIGN & IMPLEMENTATION

• Must be capable of architecting and building scalable, secure cloud-based platforms for analytics, reporting, data lakes, warehouses, and machine learning workloads.
• Should be able to deliver systems supporting both real-time and batch analytics.
  
  

AI/ML PIPELINE DEVELOPMENT

• Required to create, deploy, and monitor end-to-end AI/ML solutions, encompassing data preprocessing, modeling, inference, and solution improvement.
• Must automate workflows using MLOps, CI/CD, and orchestration tools, ensuring experimentation, scalability, and operational efficiency.
  
  

DATA MODELING, INTEGRATION, & QUALITY

• Must deliver robust data models, metadata, and taxonomy strategies suitable for large, distributed data architectures.
• Expected to support and maintain high-quality data integration, lineage, and lifecycle management processes.
  
  

TECHNOLOGY EVALUATION & SOLUTIONING

• Responsible for researching, recommending, and implementing appropriate technologies related to cloud, big data, analytics, and ML.
• Must be able to lead proofs-of-concept and pilot implementations.
  
  

SECURITY, PRIVACY, & COMPLIANCE

• All work must adhere to data security, privacy, and compliance standards.
• Must coordinate with relevant teams to meet regulatory benchmarks and ensure secure, compliant solutions.
  
  

TECHNICAL COLLABORATION & DOCUMENTATION

• Must collaborate effectively with engineering, data science, IT, and business stakeholders for requirements gathering and solution delivery.
• Responsible for producing clear technical documentation, diagrams, and supporting artifacts.
  
  

SYSTEM OPTIMIZATION & TROUBLESHOOTING

• Must monitor and maintain optimal performance and cost-effectiveness of delivered solutions; required to troubleshoot and resolve issues proactively.
  
  

CONTINUOUS LEARNING & INNOVATION

• Expected to remain informed about current trends in cloud, data, and AI/ML and to recommend architectural improvements based on industry best practices.
  
  

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lehi, UT.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lehi,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.