Senior Cloud Architect

Senior Cloud Architect

(Remote)

About Us: 

Matrix Medical Network is the nation’s leading independent provider of comprehensive in-home health assessments, serving Medicare Advantage, Managed Medicaid and Commercial patients across all 50 states. With a network of 3,000 + clinicians, we deliver personalized Whole Person Care that includes diagnostic testing, risk identification, medication management and preventive health education, empowering people to better manage acute and chronic conditions. Guided by our mantra- We see you. We hear you. We’ve got you.- and our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Trust, Respect and Passion, we are committed to creating a culture where both patients and teammates feel valued, supported and heard.

Why Work at Matrix? 

• The opportunity to work with one of the fastest growing companies in healthcare whose vision is to provide unparalleled quality and value to providers and members.
• A chance to work with great people on exciting projects.
• Our opportunities allow you to leverage your expertise and compassion, making a direct impact to the health and well-being of members.
• Competitive Compensation: Be rewarded for your effort and passion while making a difference in the community.

About the role:

Type: Full Time Salaried

Compensation: $152,000-$183,000, 10-15% bonus

Location: Fully Remote, must be in the United States

Hours: Full Time Days  

Benefits Offered to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with company matching, voluntary life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, employee assistance program, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, additional voluntary benefits available. 

What to Expect:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Architect to lead the strategic vision, architecture, and evolution of our enterprise cloud platform with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure. This leadership role is responsible for designing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions that support business growth while ensuring compliance with healthcare industry standards. 

The Senior Cloud Architect will serve as the technical authority for cloud architecture, driving modernization initiatives, containerization strategies, infrastructure automation, and cloud governance. This role partners closely with engineering, product management, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and third-party development partners to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and high-performing cloud solutions. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership, influencing architecture decisions across the organization while mentoring engineering teams and establishing cloud best practices.

Responsibilities:

Cloud Strategy & Architecture 

• Define and execute the organization's cloud architecture strategy, roadmap, and standards with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure. 

• Design and implement secure, scalable, highly available, and resilient cloud solutions that align with business and technology objectives. 

• Lead cloud modernization initiatives, including application migration, cloud-native development, and platform optimization. 

• Establish enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and governance models for cloud services. 

Platform Engineering & Operations 

• Architect and optimize Azure infrastructure, networking, identity, storage, compute, and platform services. 

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or equivalent technologies. 

• Lead containerization and Kubernetes platform strategy utilizing technologies such as Red Hat OpenShift, ArgoCD, and Harbor Registry. 

• Ensure cloud environments are optimized for reliability, performance, scalability, and cost efficiency through continuous monitoring and improvement. 

Security & Compliance 

• Design cloud security architectures that adhere to industry best practices and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA. 

• Partner with Information Security teams to implement identity management, encryption, vulnerability management, logging, monitoring, and threat detection. 

• Establish cloud governance policies related to security, compliance, resource management, and operational excellence. 

Technical Leadership 

• Serve as the principal technical advisor for cloud architecture across the organization. 

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and architectural guidance to cloud engineers, software developers, DevOps engineers, and cross-functional teams. 

• Lead architecture reviews and provide technical oversight for complex cloud initiatives. 

• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend solutions that improve business capabilities and operational efficiency. 

Collaboration & Vendor Management 

• Act as the primary technical liaison with third-party development and implementation partners. 

• Collaborate with product management, application development, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure successful delivery of cloud initiatives. 

• Support project planning, solution design, risk assessment, and technical decision-making across multiple programs. 

Operational Excellence 

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure and application issues. 

• Develop disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity strategies for cloud platforms. 

• Monitor cloud utilization, spending, and operational health while driving continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. 

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure, cloud engineering, or enterprise architecture. 

• 7+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure. 

• Extensive experience with Azure services including Azure DevOps, Azure SQL, Azure Active Directory (Microsoft Entra ID), Azure Security Center (Microsoft Defender for Cloud), Azure Virtual Networks, Azure Monitor, and related platform services. 

• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep). 

• Experience designing and supporting containerized platforms using Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Harbor Registry, or similar technologies. 

• Strong understanding of networking, identity management, security architecture, disaster recovery, and high availability in cloud environments. 

• Experience supporting regulated environments with knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare security requirements. 

• Proven ability to lead enterprise architecture initiatives and influence technical direction across multiple teams. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. 

Preferred 

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. 

• Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Security Engineer certifications. 

• Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud environments. 

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. 

• Knowledge of observability platforms, automation frameworks, and cloud financial management (FinOps). 

Our Culture:

• We have a clear vision of where we are going, and we are guided by core values that embody our organization and our culture.
• We emphasizes innovation and growth, and you will be given the opportunities and tools to develop personally and professionally.
• We encourage and celebrate collaboration.
• We have a deep commitment to positively impact the communities in which we work and to make a difference in the lives of who we serve.

Matrix Medical Network is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Matrix to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. It is also the policy of Matrix that qualified individuals with disabilities receive equal opportunity in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and all aspects of the employment process. Matrix is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Matrix to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, pre-employment testing, to otherwise participate in the selection process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MatrixHR@matrixhealth.net.

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