Guidehouse

Chief Architect, Cloud and Strategic Solutions Delivery

Guidehouse

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $270,000 - $450,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformMicroservices

About the role

  • Build and lead a team of subject matter experts who will modernize, standardize, and accelerate solution architecture efforts across the organization.
  • Architect and scale a world-class delivery model for cloud-native and enterprise-grade solutions, with a strong emphasis on AWS and other leading platforms.
  • Spearhead the creation of reusable solution assets, demo environments, delivery playbooks, and golden paths that empower sales and delivery teams to operate with precision and speed.
  • Actively support strategic proposal efforts, client marketing initiatives, and brand promotion activities—ensuring our architectural vision is front and center in how we present ourselves to the market.
  • Elevate Guidehouse’s standing with strategic partners through thought leadership, technical excellence, and deal-flow influence.
  • Identify, recruit, and inspire a high-performing team of architects and engineers, drawing from your personal network and industry reputation.

Requirements

  • Minimum 12+ years of experience in solution architecture, cloud engineering, or enterprise application development
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role guiding architecture teams or centers of excellence
  • Proven track record of building and scaling cloud-native solutions across multiple industries or verticals
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
  • Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent
  • Deep familiarity with modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, containerization, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and API-first design
  • Strong understanding of well-architected frameworks, design patterns, and scalable delivery models
  • Experience developing demo environments, reusable assets, and delivery playbooks for sales and implementation teams
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing teams of architects and engineers
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to inspire cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
  • Established network of trusted relationships with cloud providers, ISVs, and industry leaders.
Benefits
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
solution architecturecloud engineeringenterprise application developmentcloud-native solutionsmicroservicescontainerizationCI/CDDevSecOpsAPI-first designwell-architected frameworks
Soft skills
leadershipteam buildingmentoringinfluencingexecutive presencecross-functional collaborationstrategic thinkingcommunicationinspirationrelationship management
Certifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – ProfessionalAzure Solutions Architect ExpertBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degree in related field
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