Principal Consultant | Infrastructure-Transformation | Automation and Provisioning Tools

Client: APPLE Do you have a pre-identified candidate? New sourcing? Existing Subcon? New sourcing Max Hourly Pay Rate to the candidate?:Negotiable based on right fit Do you have a preferred interview schedule?: 1:00 -2:00 PST Would you require the candidates to meet you for an in-person interview?: Post client interview selection , would need in-person connect Is Skype/WebEx interview OK?: yes Work Location with ZIP: Sunnyvale , 95014 Is remote work an option?:No( 3 days/week WFO ) If remote work, please indicate how many days are required to be in the office and remote: 3days/week work from office Chance to be perm?:Yes Performance Expectations: Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and govern scalable, secure, and high-performing IT infrastructure solutions across cloud and on-prem environments for enterprise programs. Location : Sunnyvale, CA Only GC holders/Citizens to be considered. Key Responsibilities • Define end-to-end infrastructure architecture (compute, network, storage, security) • Lead cloud strategy & architecture (Azure/AWS/GCP) including migration & modernization • Drive high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization frameworks • Collaborate with application, security, and DevOps teams for integrated solutions • Establish infrastructure standards, governance, and best practices • Provide technical leadership and support large transformation programs • Evaluate new technologies and recommend scalable solutions Core Skills & Experience • 10–15+ years in IT infrastructure, with 3–5 years in architect roles • Strong expertise in Cloud Platforms (AWS/Simcloud) and hybrid architectures • Deep knowledge of Networking, Virtualization, Storage, and Security • Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, container platforms (Docker/Kubernetes) • Experience with IaC tools (Terraform/ARM/Bicep) and automation • Strong stakeholder management and solutioning skills Preferred Qualifications • Certifications: AWS Architect / TOGAF (good to have) • Experience in large-scale enterprise or managed services environments Project Code: For APPLE TNM extension