AWS Architekt (m/w/d)

Are you excited about modern cloud architectures and automation? Do you want to build scalable AWS platforms in a global enterprise? Join our team as we drive cloud adoption and innovation! We are looking for a Senior AWS Cloud Architect (m/f/d) for a permanent position at a leading international company.

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop a modern AWS self-service platform for international teams.
• Combine strategic architecture with hands-on implementation.
• Drive key areas like cloud governance, security, automation, and FinOps.

• Responsibility for the further development of a scalable AWS Enterprise Cloud architecture
• Setting up and optimising modern landing zone and multi-account structures using AWS Organizations and Control Tower
• Defining and implementing governance, security and compliance standards within the AWS platform
• Supporting internal teams as a technical enabler and point of contact for cloud-related matters
• Hands-on setup and operation of cloud infrastructures using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / OpenTofu)
• Automation of deployments, infrastructure processes and platform services
• Further development of secure network and security concepts (VPC, Transit Gateway, PrivateLink, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config)
• Responsibility for cloud cost optimisation and FinOps initiatives to ensure sustainable resource utilisation
• Ensuring the stability, scalability and reliability of the cloud platform
• Close collaboration with international teams as well as external partners and consultancies
• Contributing to future innovation projects in the field of AI services and AWS Bedrock

• Several years’ experience in the AWS environment, ideally 5+ years
• Substantial experience in enterprise environments with complex cloud architectures
• In-depth expertise in AWS Organizations, SCPs, Control Tower and Landing Zones
• Excellent knowledge of IAM / Identity Centre (SSO), AWS networking and security services
• Strong hands-on approach with a focus on technical implementation and automation
• Very good experience with Terraform/OpenTofu and Infrastructure as Code
• Ideally, knowledge of Kubernetes, observability or configuration management
• Interest in modern AI technologies such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, Claude or AWS Bedrock
• An independent and structured approach to work, as well as strong communication skills
• Very good command of English; knowledge of German would be an advantage (at least B1 level)

• 30 days’ annual leave
• Attractive salary package
• Additional attractive remuneration for on-call duty
• 25 days per year of remote work from abroad possible
• Regular ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions for knowledge sharing and tech updates
• Corporate benefits and attractive staff discounts
• Contribution towards the Deutschlandticket / public transport
• Bicycle leasing scheme for sustainable mobility
• Exciting enterprise projects using state-of-the-art AWS technologies
• A high degree of creative freedom and active involvement in cloud strategies
• Collaboration with international teams and modern platform structures
• Training and development opportunities in the field of cloud & AI
• Quarterly team events and meet-ups
• 1 day of working from home per week