Principal Platform Architect

McDonald's

Base: $195,371.00 - $244,214.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
10+ years it architecture experience
5+ years cloud architecture focus
Aws azure or gcp expertise
McDonald's is seeking a Principal Platform Architect to lead cloud strategy and architecture within its Global Technology team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT architecture, with a strong focus on cloud technologies and the ability to influence and collaborate across teams

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a technical visionary driving cloud adoption, modernization, scalability, security, and cost optimization across the organization.
  • The Principal Platform Architect partners with Engineering, Security, DevOps, and Business leaders to design resilient, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions aligned with enterprise objectives.
  • Benefits include health and welfare coverage, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance, educational assistance, flexible working arrangements, and eligibility for bonus and long-term equity incentives.

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McDonald's is seeking a Principal Platform Architect to lead cloud strategy and architecture within its Global Technology team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT architecture, with a strong focus on cloud technologies and the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.

Salary

Base: $195,371.00 - $244,214.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for performance-based bonus and stock/equity grants; Benefits: Health, welfare, 401(k), adoption assistance, education assistance, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years IT Architecture experience
  • 5+ years cloud architecture focus
  • AWS Azure or GCP expertise
  • Kubernetes containerization experience
  • Hybrid multi-cloud environment design
  • Infrastructure as Code practices
  • Enterprise-scale transformation leadership

Nice-to-have

  • AI and robotics technology integration
  • Executive presence and communication skills
  • Mentoring senior engineers and architects
  • Influencing without authority
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Emerging tech adoption strategies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years total IT Architecture experience
  • 5+ years focused specifically on cloud architecture
  • Proven track record leading enterprise-scale cloud transformations
  • Cloud certifications preferred (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional)

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