Cloud Strategy and Transformation Lead

Hrtx; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,004,400 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Metro Manila seeks a Cloud Strategy & Transformation Lead. This role involves defining and executing a cloud roadmap, leading migration initiatives, and ensuring compliance with cloud governance. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, experience in cloud architecture, and ideally have certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect. This is an opportunity to drive innovation and operational excellence while working in a people-first environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in cloud architecture and migration.
• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator considered a plus.
• Familiar with cloud migration tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive cloud roadmap.
• Lead cloud migration from legacy infrastructure.
• Manage the organization's cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate on cloud governance and compliance.
• Establish financial oversight on cloud spend.
• Champion cloud-native solutions.
• Stay updated on cloud innovations.

Skills

Cloud architecture and migration

Cloud governance and security

Cloud migration tools

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

About the job Cloud Strategy and Transformation Lead

Job brief

Looking for a Cloud Strategy & Transformation Lead to shape and drive its enterprise-wide cloud initiatives. This leadership role is focused on delivering scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions to support business innovation and operational excellence. The role involves working with internal teams and technology partners to plan and execute cloud transformation aligned with long-term business goals.

Whether you are early in your leadership journey or already bringing significant transformation experience, this organization offers an enabling environment to unlock your full potential and make a lasting impact. The company embraces a people-first philosophy, values collaboration and innovation, and invests in cutting-edge technologies to enhance the banking experience for its customers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive cloud roadmap, ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies.
• Lead cloud migration initiatives from legacy infrastructure to modern cloud environments, with a strong focus on milestone delivery and performance metrics.
• Manage the organization\'s cloud infrastructure, driving efficiency, cost optimization, and operational reliability.
• Collaborate with risk, compliance, and cybersecurity teams to implement cloud governance, security controls, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Establish financial oversight on cloud spend through cost optimization strategies, usage monitoring, and budgetary planning.
• Champion cloud-native solutions, modernizing applications through refactoring or containerization as appropriate.
• Stay abreast of innovations in serverless architecture, containers, platform strategies, and AI/ML to inform future cloud investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience in cloud architecture and migration, preferably on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Cloud certifications are a plus (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator).

Familiar with cloud migration tools, methodologies, and frameworks.

• Knowledge of cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices in regulated industries.
• Exposure to ITIL 4.0 and Agile practices in cloud or infrastructure transformation projects.