Presales Solution Architect - Cloud & Cloud Security

IFTAS - Indian Financial Technology & Allied Services; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

IFTAS - Indian Financial Technology & Allied Services in Mumbai seeks a dynamic Presales Solution Architect for Cloud offerings. You will lead technical consultative sales, design and present cloud-based solutions, and own relationships with IT decision makers to drive long-term cloud adoption.

The role requires 8+ years overall with 4+ years in cloud solutions (BFS). Engineering degree in Computer/IT, plus cloud certs (AWS/Azure/GCP) and security knowledge.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with 4+ years in cloud solutions.
• Engineering graduate with Computer/IT major.
• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and present cloud-based solutions to meet client requirements.
• Own technology relationships with IT decision makers to drive cloud adoption.
• Engage with customers, prospects, and partners to close deals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Engineering degree in Computer/IT

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

TOGAF

VCP

Job description

Summary:

IFTAS is seeking a dynamic Presales Solution Architect for Cloud offerings. In this role, as a technical and consultative sales leader you will be assigned to Growth & Partnership Vertical. You will be part of the Sales team engaging with customers / prospects / partners and play a pivotal role in the sales cycle by designing and presenting cloud-based solutions that meet client requirements. You will own technology relationships with key customer IT decision makers, who drive long-term cloud adoption. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen in closing deals. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of cloud technologies and possess consultative sales approach.

Education:

Engineering Graduate or Graduate with Computer / IT as Major subject

Experience:

8+ Years of experience.
4+ years of relevant experience in Cloud Solutions preferably in BFS segment.

Certification:

Tech Cloud certifications like TOGAF, VCP , AWS, GCP or Microsoft Azure Architect , CISSP, CCSP, will be preferred.

Knowledge:

• Cloud platform proficiency: Deep understanding of Cloud technologies, including Compute, Storage, Networking, Virtualization, Containers, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Automation, Monitoring and Logging, databases, etc.
• This role requires a deep understanding of IaaS, PaaS and SaaS offerings and extensive understanding of cloud architecture along with Cloud security (IAM, Zero Trust, CSPM, SIEM, CNAPP) and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.
• Knowledge to create robust architecture frameworks that ensure scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructures.
• Excellent verbal and presentation skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills required:

• Excellent verbal and presentation skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-starter, ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements.
• Strong analytical skills to identify customer pain points and recommend appropriate technical solutions.
• Collaboration: must work effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve required success.
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning.