Infrastructure and Cloud Architect

Position Description

Company Profile:

At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve. At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve results for our clients - and for our members. Come grow with us. Learn more at www.cgi.com.

This is a great opportunity to join a winning team. CGI offers a competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits for full-time, permanent members start on the first day of employment and include a paid time-off program and profit participation and stock purchase plans. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please.

Job Title: Infrastructure and Cloud Architect

Position: Manager Consulting Expert

Experience: 13+ yrs

Category: IT Infrastructure

Main location: Bangalore

Position ID: J0325-0822

Employment Type: Full Time

Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure and Cloud Architect to design, implement, and oversee enterprise cloud and classic infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure design, and solution implementation across on-premises and cloud environments. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in cloud computing, classic infrastructure, networking, security, and automation

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage scalable, reliable, and secure cloud and infrastructure solutions.

Develop architectural blueprints, best practices, and standards for cloud-based applications and services.

Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Lead the migration of on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Define and enforce infrastructure governance, security policies, and compliance frameworks.

Optimize cloud and on-prem infrastructure for cost, performance, and availability.

Evaluate emerging cloud and infrastructure technologies and provide recommendations.

Automate infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud and clasic infrastructure issues.

Mentor and guide junior engineers and architects in cloud and infrastructure best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

15+ years of experience in infrastructure and cloud architecture.

Strong expertise in cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud strategies.

Proficiency in designing and implementing high-availability, scalable, and secure architectures.

Hands-on experience with networking, firewalls, VPNs, and security best practices.

Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.

Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).

Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).

Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable.

Behavioral Competencies :

• Proven experience of delivering process efficiencies and improvements
• Clear and fluent English (both verbal and written)
• Ability to build and maintain efficient working relationships with remote teams
• Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and accountability for relevant products and services
• Ability to plan, prioritise and complete your own work, whilst remaining a team player
• Willingness to engage with and work in other technologies
  
  

Note: This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with the Virtualization Specialist role. Actual duties and qualifications may vary based on the specific needs of the organization.

CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.