Arquitecto de Soluciones Cloud - Remote

Placements24; Región Centro; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join its fully remote team. You will design, implement, and manage scalable cloud solutions for a diverse client base, leveraging AWS, Azure, and GCP.

You will lead architecture discussions, define blueprints, and mentor engineers while collaborating with clients and development teams across industries. The role emphasizes security, cost optimization, and DevOps practices, with continuous learning and remote leadership at the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years IT experience, ≥5 years cloud architecture.
• Experience architecting on AWS, Azure and GCP.
• Deep knowledge of microservices, Docker/Kubernetes, and serverless.
• Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, scalable cloud architectures on AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Lead assessment and selection of cloud services to meet requirements.
• Develop architectural blueprints, strategies, and migration plans.
• Collaborate with dev teams and clients to define requirements.
• Provide leadership on cloud best practices, security, and cost optimization.
• Architect and oversee CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Troubleshoot cloud infra and applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote learning.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Microservices

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

Serverless computing

IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Networking & security in cloud

Communication & stakeholder management

Remote project leadership

Cloud certifications desirable

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tooling

Job description

About the Role

A rapidly growing technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join their fully remote team. This role is instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing robust and scalable cloud-based solutions for a diverse clientele. We are looking for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions, and a passion for innovation in the cloud space. This position offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge projects for clients across various industries, effectively working remotely from your base in or near Guadalajara, Jalisco .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud architectures on platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Lead the assessment and selection of appropriate cloud services and technologies to meet business requirements.
• Develop architectural blueprints, technical strategies, and migration plans.
• Collaborate with development teams, stakeholders, and clients to define solution requirements and ensure successful implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices, security, and cost optimization.
• Architect and oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential application.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and solutions design.
• Proven experience architecting solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless computing.
• Strong knowledge of networking, security principles, and data management in the cloud.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects in a fully remote environment.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge cloud technologies and tackle challenging projects.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Access to training, certifications, and conferences.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work environment.