About this role
The AWS Data Platform Architect/Engineering Manager will provide architecture leadership, platform ownership, and delivery governance for enterprise-scale AWS Data & AI platforms. This role focuses on shaping platform strategy, leading modernization and migration programs, and enabling agentic/AI-assisted operations. Key responsibilities include defining target-state architecture using AWS-native services, establishing CI/CD and DevSecOps practices, implementing robust data security and governance models, and driving Data SRE practices for observability and production operations. The role also involves integrating AWS platforms with Amazon SageMaker for MLOps, GenAI workloads, and agentic workflows. Candidates must have 10+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud platforms, AI platforms, or enterprise architecture. Strong hands-on expertise in platform architecture, APIs, Git/CI-CD, data security, and AI/agentic engineering is required. Preferred qualifications include relevant cloud architecture, data engineering, and AI/ML certifications. The position requires balancing strategy, delivery governance, and team leadership while acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.