u/Explorer-bug

Hi ,
I am currently a backend and cloud developer in a startup with 2.5 YOE.
So basically I started as a full stack Dev but with time my interest in AWS developed and single handedly I have built all the infrastructures, the entire backend of all the different products for my current org.
Now, it’s been months I am writing code only while developing APIs , that too currently AI is helping to write or enhance the code . I manually only write the core logic and rest is all automated.
But the entire AWS stuffs I am very much confident about, any infra solution just clicks on my head as soon as I hear the problem .
Also I have CSAA (Certified Solutions Architect Associate) certification .
That’s the reason I am planning to switch for a cloud & backend related role mainly more inclined towards cloud. I had a couple of queries :

1. Considering the AI era , will cloud be a good area to grow in future?
2. It’s been years I left the DSA grind, for these roles is it mandatory.
3. I am also managing a team so that be an add on since I have very less YOE. Can I get a senior architect level role.
4. What are the stuffs I should prepare, which are the companies I can try for ?
5. Should I focus to get Solutions Architect Professional certification or should focus on DSA?

This might be a long post, but if anyone can guide me through this . This would be really helpful.

I’m stuck in a loop and need advice. I booked a flight on EaseMyTrip using my Slice credit card but had to cancel it. The catch is that I closed my Slice credit card before the refund hit.
EaseMyTrip confirmed they sent the money back over a month ago, but since the card is closed, the funds are nowhere to be found. I’ve reached out to Slice support via chat, email, and calls, but I keep getting the same "we are looking into it on priority" script. It’s been weeks and no one is actually helping.
Has anyone dealt with a refund to a closed Slice cc before? How do I get them to actually move the money to my slice bank account (which they are already assuring me, but haven’t received it yet)? Any tips on how to escalate this beyond their basic support?