Manager / Senior Manager - Cloud Architect

PwC; Zürich; On-site; CHF 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Switzerland seeks a Manager to lead cloud transformation initiatives, collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver end-to-end cloud architectures using Azure, AKS, and AI services. You will define operating models, landing zones, and reference architectures, while guiding governance across enterprise cloud programs and contributing to PwC’s cloud practice growth.

The role demands strong communication, consulting experience, and willingness to travel within Switzerland and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience focusing on cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or platform solutions.
• Demonstrated track record delivering end-to-end cloud architectures for clients.
• Consulting experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver cloud transformation projects.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and clients across industries.
• Define and evolve target operating models, landing zones, and reference architectures.
• Establish architecture governance and best practices across enterprise-wide cloud programs.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Azure expertise

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor/Master/Diploma in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Azure Landing Zones

AKS

Entra ID

Azure Networking

Azure OpenAI

Job description

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Data, Analytics & AI Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary

Lead and collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-impact cloud transformation projects and engage with senior stakeholders from prestigious clients in industries such as Technology, Financial Services, Retail & Consumer, Healthcare, and Government Services. Enable clients to achieve digital innovation by designing and implementing comprehensive, end-to-end cloud architectures that incorporate the latest technological advancements, including AI/GenAI platforms, data & analytics, event-driven architectures, containerisation (Kubernetes), and Infrastructure-as-Code. Lead and support the architectural design and implementation of cloud solutions, ensuring scalability, security, resilience, compliance, cost- efficiency and sustainability. Define and evolve target operating models, cloud landing zones, and reference architectures, and establish architecture governance and best practices across enterprise-wide cloud programmes. Communicate complex architectural concepts and technical information effectively to facilitate stakeholder decision-making. Challenge the status quo, proactively seek necessary information, comprehend the challenges presented, and communicate ideas clearly to senior stakeholders. Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, client pitches, thought leadership, and the growth of the Cloud practice within PwC Switzerland and across the global network. Apply and continually expand knowledge of best practices in cloud-native technology, cloud architecture, engineering methodologies, and consulting strategies.

Your Skill Set

Hold a degree (bachelor / master / diploma) in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related discipline. Possess 5+ years of work experience focusing on cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or platform solutions. Consulting experience is advantageous. Demonstrate a proven track record in designing, implementing, and delivering complex, end-to-end cloud architecture or solutions for internal or external clients. Detail-oriented, strong problem-solving abilities, and proficient in technology. Strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure is a must, including designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones (Cloud Adoption Framework), AKS, Azure Networking, Entra ID, and AI services such as Azure OpenAI. Additional experience with AWS and/or Google Cloud is considered a plus. Certified in cloud architecture for one or more platforms, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional), or Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect. Additional certifications (e.g. TOGAF, CKA, security or AI specialisations) is a plus. Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills, proactive and enthusiastic about delivering value to clients. You are fluent in English (German is a big plus) and are willing to travel within Switzerland, and occasionally also internationally.

Required Skills

No specific required skills listed.

Optional Skills

1. Accepting Feedback
2. Accepting Feedback
3. Active Listening
4. Algorithm Development
5. Alteryx (Automation Platform)
6. Analytical Thinking
7. Analytic Research
8. Big Data
9. Business Data Analytics
10. Coaching and Feedback
11. Communication
12. Complex Data Analysis
13. Conducting Research
14. Creativity
15. Customer Analysis
16. Customer Needs Analysis
17. Dashboard Creation
18. Data Analysis
19. Data Analysis Software
20. Data Collection
21. Data-Driven Insights
22. Data Integration
23. Data Integrity
24. Data Mining
25. Data Modeling
26. {+ 43 more}

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date