Cloud Architect
If you like designing scalable cloud solutions, working with aws/azure/google cloud, and ensuring data security this role is for you.
A Cloud Architect designs and manages cloud solutions to ensure data security, scalability, and efficiency. They work with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud to optimize infrastructure and cost.
Skills you’ll need: Kubernetes, Cloud Services, CI/CD, Scripting, Cloud Security, Communication, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
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Cloud Architect
If you like designing scalable cloud solutions, working with aws/azure/google cloud, and ensuring data security this role is for you.
A Cloud Architect designs and manages cloud solutions to ensure data security, scalability, and efficiency. They work with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud to optimize infrastructure and cost.
Skills you’ll need: Kubernetes, Cloud Services, CI/CD, Scripting, Cloud Security, Communication, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
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Recommended credentials
Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure
Course 1 of 7
Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation
Course 2 of 7
Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services
Course 3 of 7
Elastic Google Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation
Course 4 of 7
Reliable Google Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process
Course 5 of 7
Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Foundations
Course 6 of 7
Preparing for your Professional Cloud Architect Journey
Course 7 of 7
AWS Cloud Technical Essentials
Course 1 of 4
Architecting Solutions on AWS
Course 2 of 4
Building Data Lakes on AWS
Course 3 of 4
Exam Prep: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Course 4 of 4
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¹ Median salary and job opening data are sourced from Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (2/1/2024 - 2/1/2025)