Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - AWS & Azure

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 197,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Global client exposure

Professional development & certs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement scalable cloud strategies for a global client base. The role is remote-first, requiring deep AWS and Azure expertise, IaC, and DevOps proficiency.

You will guide clients through digital transformations and lead architectural decisions in a distributed team. The ideal candidate has 8+ years IT experience, 5+ years in cloud architecture, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive complex cloud

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years IT experience with 5+ years in cloud architecture and implementation.
• Proven track record delivering AWS and Azure cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of compute, storage, networking, databases, and security in the cloud.
• Hands-on IaC experience with Terraform, Ansible or CloudFormation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable, secure cloud architectures on AWS and Azure.
• Translate client business objectives into comprehensive cloud solutions.
• Lead migration of on-premises applications and infrastructure to the cloud.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Create CI/CD pipelines and apply DevOps best practices for cloud deployments.
• Optimize environments for performance, cost, and security.
• Provide technical leadership to development and operations teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and recommend cloud service improvements.
• Stay current with cloud technologies and industry trends.
• Deliver compelling technical presentations and client proposals.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a trailblazing technology consultancy firm, is seeking a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect with extensive expertise in AWS and Azure to join their fully remote, high-performing team. Operating from **Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA**, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing innovative cloud strategies for a diverse global clientele. This role is pivotal in translating complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. You will leverage your deep understanding of cloud services, infrastructure as code, and DevOps principles to guide clients through their digital transformation journey. This is a remote-first position demanding exceptional technical acumen, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, distributed environment. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of cloud adoption for leading organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and secure cloud architectures on AWS and Azure platforms.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and translate them into comprehensive cloud solutions.
• Lead the migration of on-premises applications and infrastructure to cloud environments.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for cloud deployments.
• Optimize cloud environments for performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide recommendations for cloud service enhancements.
• Stay current with the latest cloud technologies, services, and industry trends.
• Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations and proposals to clients.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and implementation.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying solutions on both AWS and Azure platforms.
• Deep understanding of core cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of DevOps principles and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with cloud security best practices and implementation.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage client relationships, and lead technical discussions in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment with global reach.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud projects with industry-leading clients.
• Extensive professional development, training, and certification opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Significant paid time off and flexible work hours.
• Company-provided high-performance laptop and home office stipend.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture focused on shared success.
• Access to a wide array of cloud technologies and tools.