Principal AWS Platform Architect

Principal AWS Platform Architect | Enterprise Scale Cloud Your new companyJoin a technology-driven organisation responsible for operating large-scale digital and network platforms used by millions of customers across Australia. Your new roleWe're seeking a Principal AWS Platform Architect to provide technical leadership across a complex AWS platform environment.You'll define platform roadmaps, influence architecture standards, and guide engineering teams on cloud-native best practices. This is a highly visible role combining platform architecture, software engineering, DevOps, and stakeholder engagement.Key focus areas include: • AWS platform architecture and strategy • CloudFormation and infrastructure automation • AWS networking, Transit Gateways, and Network Firewalls • Platform services, developer tooling, and deployment workflows • Security, compliance, and governance capabilities • Technical leadership across multiple engineering teams What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience designing and operating large-scale AWS platforms • Strong background in Platform Engineering, DevOps, or Cloud Architecture • Hands-on AWS networking expertise, including Transit Gateways and Network Firewalls • Deep CloudFormation and Infrastructure as Code experience • Strong software engineering and software architecture capability • Experience defining platform strategy, standards, and technology roadmaps • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive technical direction • Experience within highly regulated enterprise environments is highly regarded What you'll get in return • Principal-level opportunity with significant technical influence • Ownership of AWS platform direction and engineering standards • Work alongside senior architects and engineering leaders If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #3014587