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Principal Cloud Solutions Architect

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States
Apr 03, 2026
Country United States of America State / County Remote City Remote Division Corporate Company Corporate Office Function Information Technology Workplace Type Remote Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 21417 Job Description The Principal Cloud Solutions Architect will lead PCC's cloud adoption and multi-cloud strategy. This is a foundational role that will directly shape how PCC leverages AWS and other cloud platforms, introduces AI/ML capabilities into manufacturing and business operations, and maintains a coherent strategy across cloud providers. The right candidate brings deep expertise in at least 2 Cloud Service Providers (CSPs), board-ready executive communication skills, and the credibility to lead technical workshops and drive adoption across a complex, global enterprise. Primary Duties & Responsibilities AWS Adoption & Architecture Leadership Serve as the internal trusted advisor for AWS, guiding PCC business units through cloud migration and modernization initiatives. Design secure, highly available, and cost-efficient architectures across AWS services including compute, networking, storage, and data platforms. Develop and maintain AWS Well-Architected standards, governance frameworks, and IaC patterns (CloudFormation, CDK) for enterprise-wide reuse. Build and lead proof-of-concept (POC) engagements to validate architectures and reduce adoption risk for critical workloads. Partner with engineering and DevOps teams to implement DevSecOps operating models and CI/CD pipelines. AI/ML Strategy & Enablement Define PCC's AI adoption roadmap - identifying high-value use cases across manufacturing operations, supply chain, and corporate functions. Architect AI/ML solutions leveraging AWS services (SageMaker, Bedrock, etc.) and evaluate third-party AI tooling for fit and build-vs-buy tradeoffs. Develop AI-enabled programs and tooling that help internal teams scale impact and drive consistent, repeatable outcomes. Stay current on emerging AI capabilities and translate them into practical, business-aligned recommendations for PCC leadership. Multi-Cloud Strategy & Governance Lead PCC's multi-cloud strategy, defining how AWS, Azure, and GCP complement each other across workloads, data, and vendor relationships. Provide guidance on governance, interoperability, cost management, and operational complexity across cloud platforms. Serve as the executive-facing advisor for cloud strategy, presenting trade-offs and recommendations to VP and C-suite stakeholders. Establish cloud architecture review boards and standards that ensure consistent, well-governed cloud adoption across PCC business units. Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor internal cloud architects and engineers, providing hands-on architectural coaching and career development support. Facilitate technical workshops, discovery sessions, and architecture reviews to accelerate business unit cloud journeys. Influence technology decisions through deep expertise and business acumen, bridging the gap between engineering and executive leadership. Required Experience and Education 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems architecture, or cloud engineering, with 5+ years in a senior or principal cloud architect role. Deep, hands-on expertise with AWS - including VPC/networking design, IAM and security, compute, storage, databases, and infrastructure automation. Demonstrated experience leading cloud migrations and modernization programs for complex enterprise environments. Experience architecting and delivering AI/ML solutions or AI-enabled platforms at scale. Proven track record advising executive and technical stakeholders on cloud strategy, trade-offs, and technology roadmaps. Experience in multi-cloud environments (AWS + at least one of Azure or GCP). Ability to travel (approximately 15-25%). Preferred Qualifications AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification (required); additional AWS specialty certifications (Networking, Security) strongly preferred. Google Cloud Professional Architect or equivalent GCP/Azure certifications a plus. Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or operationally complex enterprise environments. Background in DevSecOps, infrastructure as code, and compliance-driven cloud architectures. Prior experience at a cloud hyperscaler (AWS, GCP, Azure) or major systems integrator in a solutions architecture capacity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $140,000 to $187,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 20% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company's performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Company Profile At PCC, we make extraordinary products for aerospace and other industries. This is made possible by the hard work and creativity of a diverse and global workforce. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness, empowerment and respect that embraces the differences in who we are. Working together, we will continue to solve complex problems every day. We are relentless in our dedication to being a high-quality and on-time producer, delivering the highest value to our customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. PCC employs more than 20,000 people worldwide in more than 120 plants spread across twenty-nine states in the U.S. and over a dozen countries. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.