Senior Cloud Systems Architect

Emergent LLC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Systems Architect to provide technical leadership for a large-scale cloud migration initiative. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the overall architectural strategy and guiding the successful migration of on-premises workloads and applications to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). You will work closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and project managers to devise secure, high-performing, and cost-effective cloud solutions that align with corporate objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and/or equivalent work experience.
12+ years of IT experience, including strong recent experience architecting Oracle solutions and leading cloud migration projects.
Active Secret Clearance required.
Demonstrated expertise designing and implementing Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) solutions at enterprise scale.
Deep knowledge of networking, security, identity management, and governance in cloud environments.
Proficiency with automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell).
Outstanding analytical, presentation, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Track record of architecting and leading successful large-scale cloud migrations.
Experience with DoD/Army enterprise applications
Hands-on experience with hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.
Expertise in Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC), Exadata, Oracle Autonomous Database, and Oracle PeopleSoft migrations.
Experience with CI/CD, DevOps methodologies, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Deep understanding of database migration strategies and tools (e.g., Oracle Data Pump, RMAN, GoldenGate).
Experience with Operations and Maintenance of cloud and hybrid enterprise systems.
Oracle Cloud certification(s) strongly preferred (e.g., Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional).

Responsibilities

Define architectural standards, patterns, and best practices for migrating enterprise workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Architect end-to-end cloud solutions, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and integration components within OCI.
Lead the assessment of existing systems and develop comprehensive roadmaps and migration strategies.
Ensure cloud architecture incorporates security, compliance, disaster recovery, and business continuity requirements.
Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and security teams to guide the migration of complex business applications, including Oracle technologies such as PeopleSoft, Exadata, Autonomous Database, and Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC).
Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend adoption where beneficial.
Serve as a mentor and technical authority for engineering teams, providing architectural guidance and oversight throughout the migration lifecycle.
Maintain comprehensive architectural and process documentation, and communicate complex technical information effectively to leadership and stakeholders.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans
Premier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching and a 529 college saving plan
Tax-advantaged Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account options
Legal Resources
Generous work/life balance opportunities supported by a PTO bank, paid holidays, leave programs and additional flex time off
Employee referral program
Employee recognition, gift and reward program
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Remote or hybrid work options
Engaging company events such as team building activities, annual awards and kick-off parties
Health and wellness-focused activities
Relaxation Spaces
In-office gourmet coffee, tea, fresh fruit and healthy snacks
Corporate GREEN approach – tracking energy consumption for reduction and purchasing only environmentally friendly products for our offices