Architect, IT Hybrid Cloud Computing

UPM - The Biofore Company; Tampere; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UPM IT is seeking an IT Architect specializing in cloud and database technologies to drive the transformation of on‑premises databases toward public cloud and autonomous services. You will design secure, scalable solutions aligned with business needs and collaborate across teams to ensure successful cloud adoption.

This hybrid role, based in Tampere or Helsinki, Finland, reports to the Senior Manager, IT Hybrid Cloud Computing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cloud and database architecture for enterprise applications.
• Hands-on with Oracle and SQL Server in production environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take architectural ownership for cloud and database solutions and related security, performance, and lifecycle aspects.
• Drive transformation of on-premises databases toward public cloud and autonomous services.
• Contribute to cloud migration planning, modernization, and architectural decisions with teams and suppliers.
• Collaborate with the Hybrid Cloud Computing Chief Architect on roadmap alignment and long-term direction.
• Engage IT Service Owners and Product Owners to align roadmaps with database and cloud strategies.
• Identify opportunities to modernize database services using cloud-native and managed offerings.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Database technologies

Oracle

SQL Server

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Public cloud platforms

Database modernization tools

Job description

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values - trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!

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We are now looking for an IT Architect, Hybrid Cloud Computing, to join our team at UPM IT Infrastructure and Site Services, Hybrid Cloud Computing. This role is based in Tampere or Helsinki, Finland, as part of our global IT organization, which is responsible for IT applications, infrastructure, and IT operations worldwide.

Greetings from your future manager

"Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for database, cloud, and architecture technologies? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, collaborating with various stakeholders to drive innovation and operational excellence? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you." - Joe Jia, Senior Manager, IT Hybrid Cloud Computing

What you will do

As an IT Architect specializing in cloud and database technologies, you will play a key role in transforming UPM's on-premises database landscape towards public cloud and autonomous database services. You will combine strong database architecture expertise with good cloud infrastructure knowledge to design secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-conscious database solutions that support UPM's business applications and processes.

Based on your experience, your responsibilities may include:

• Taking architectural responsibility for cloud and database solutions, including related applications, integrations, dependencies, security, performance, availability, and lifecycle considerations
• Supporting the transformation of on-premises database environments towards public cloud and autonomous database services
• Contributing to cloud migration planning, database modernization, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making together with application teams and suppliers
• Working closely with the Hybrid Cloud Computing Chief Architect to support roadmap development, architecture alignment, and long-term technology direction
• Acting as a key stakeholder for IT Service Owners and Product Owners in BUILD, with a focus on database and cloud infrastructure solutions
• Aligning business roadmaps with database and cloud technology roadmaps, including capacity, lifecycle, security, compliance, and cost considerations
• Identifying opportunities to modernize database services through cloud-native capabilities, automation, standardization, and managed or autonomous database services
• Providing consultancy for IT Service Owners and Business Services to support business demands related to databases, cloud infrastructure, and migration initiatives

Who you are

• You have strong understanding of database technologies, such as Oracle and SQL Server, and their role in business-critical application landscapes
• You have good knowledge of cloud infrastructure concepts, public cloud services, cloud migration approaches, and cloud-based architecture principles
• You have experience or strong interest in autonomous database services, managed database platforms, and cloud-native database modernization
• You understand database platform management, performance optimization, security, compliance, lifecycle management, backup, recovery, and IT service processes
• You have ability to translate business and application requirements into practical architecture options and technical roadmaps
• You are familiar with project management and agile methodology skills
• You have excellent communication, stakeholder management, and coordination skills
• You have proactive, accountable, and solution-oriented working approach

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose "We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils". Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information about the position

This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration.

The position holder will report to Senior Manager, IT Hybrid Cloud Computing.

For further information about the role, please contact Joe Jia, Senior Manager, IT Hybrid Cloud Computing, tel. [phone] on September 29 between 15.30-16.30 EET or on October 1 between 15.30-16.30 EET.

Country-specific information

A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014.

UPM IT

UPM IT is a high-performing, innovative and value-driven community strengthened by IT professionals from suppliers. IT ensures business continuity and improves productivity by maintaining business-critical IT services.

We create value for UPM in joint business and IT digitalization efforts applying new technologies and partner ecosystems. We enable UPM transformation by developing capabilities for the changing business environment.

The success of IT is rooted in the know-how of digitalisation and emerging technologies, and competences such as enterprise architecture design, project and change management, compliance and cybersecurity.