Lead Cloud Solutions Architect

Job Purpose

The Lead Cloud Solution Architect is responsible for the overall design and development of a robust, scalable, and

secure cloud architecture. They function as a Subject Matter Expert for designing, implementing, and overseeing

the deployment of the architecture. They work with cross-functional business departments and IT groups to

understand business goals and technology needs to design and implement solutions that meet those needs within company policy, security, and industry best practice constraints. In an engineering environment the position will be responsible for the overall design and development of PV-Connect and future cloud solutions. They will work with cross-functional business departments and IT groups.

Req ID

10856BR

Region

Missouri

City

Independence

State:

Missouri

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

• Design and develop a robust, scalable, and secure cloud architecture for PV-Connect.
• Drive the introduction and adoption of standardized cloud architecture and solutions.
• Develop methodologies to automate cloud architecture and solution deployments securely and reliably while maintaining systems' high availability requirements.
• Work with commercial teams to evaluate commercial engagements, develop architecture, and further enhance PV-Connect solutions to meet requirements.
• Design, document, and implement solutions that meet all requirements.
• Provide cost, schedule, and resource requirements for proposed solutions.
• Compare different solutions, their pros and cons, and guide discussions to select the most optimal solution.
• Document and implement appropriate and sufficient testing strategies.
• Provide clear goals and timelines for projects and project tasks.
• Work with project managers to define resource and schedule requirements for architecture-dependent tasks in larger projects.
  
  
  

Education / Training

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering or related degree

Qualifications And Experience

• 5+ years of related work experience spanning at least two disciplines, including technical architecture, application development, or operations.
• Experience designing and implementing cloud (AWS or Azure) architectures for complex systems.
• Experience with a broad range of technology solutions.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of technology concepts (storage, networking, security, virtualization, etc.)
• Experience deploying solutions in AWS or Azure environments
• Experience with a broad range of AWS or Azure services including EC2, OpenSearch, ELB, Lambda, Route53, SES, SNS, SQS, S3, VPC, and others.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science with functional cross-domain skills in working with hardware engineering
• Experience with infrastructure as code and DevOps automation processes and tools.
• Experience delivering end-to-end solutions through the entire project lifecycle
• Must be a strong team player with excellent communication skills at the business and technical level.
• Must be able to collaborate as part of a team to deliver exceptional results.
• Must be a self-learner, eager to stay on top of technology and security trends continuously.
  
  
  

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position typically involves work in a standard office environment. Occasional standing and
  
  
  

walking. Occasional light to medium lifting;

• Motion – Position regularly requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated
  
  
  

with office communications. Constant sitting, frequent walking, occasional standing;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing.
• Work Environment – Position is consistent with standard office environment;
• Emotional Demands – High level of responsibility; high sense of urgency. Ability to multitask and
  
  
  

coordinate multiple issues simultaneously. Requires ability to coordinate work of a team to accomplish

mission success;

• Safety – Position includes safety requirements consistent primarily with a standard office environment.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  
  

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

Independence, MO PRIIS - 287