Cloud Enterprise Architect

Empa-T; Lisboa; Híbrido; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Empa-T is seeking a Cloud Enterprise Architect to define and govern cloud strategy across a global organization in the Financial Services sector. You will drive cloud adoption, establish architecture standards, and shape technology roadmaps with senior leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in cloud and enterprise architecture with hands-on experience across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud, plus Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD practices.

Qualificações

• +5 years of experience in Cloud Architecture and Enterprise Architecture.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or IBM Cloud.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience designing Cloud-Native and Microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD best practices.
• Experience integrating security frameworks and SDLC tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, CSPM).
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, resiliency, and middleware architectures.
• Experience with TOGAF or Zachman frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk management, gap analysis, SWOT analysis, and TCO modelling.
• Experience in Financial Services is a plus.
• Knowledge of AI/ML and Data Analytics is a plus.
• Professional Cloud Certifications are highly valued.

Responsabilidades

• Define and govern the cloud architecture strategy across the organization.
• Ensure cloud solutions comply with security, risk, regulatory, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Drive cloud adoption, migration initiatives, and modernization programs.
• Design and promote cloud architecture patterns, CI/CD frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code standards.
• Advise development teams on Cloud-Native architectures, APIs, DevOps, AI/ML, and Data Analytics solutions.
• Contribute to cloud governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives (GDPR, DORA, etc.).
• Support the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies and PoCs.
• Act as a bridge between business stakeholders, technical teams, and senior leadership.
• Participate in enterprise architecture, API governance, cloud, and innovation committees.
• Produce architecture recommendations, reports, and strategic roadmaps.

Conhecimentos

Cloud Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Kubernetes

Docker

OpenShift

Terraform

Ansible

DevOps

CI/CD

Security frameworks

TOGAF

Zachman

Regulatory compliance

AI/ML awareness

Ferramentas

Kubernetes

Docker

OpenShift

Terraform

Ansible

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At Empa‑T, we believe that cloud technologies are key enablers of digital transformation, scalability, and innovation. We are looking for a Cloud Enterprise Architect to join an international project within the Financial Services sector, helping define and govern cloud strategy, architecture standards, and technology roadmaps across a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and govern the cloud architecture strategy across the organization
• Ensure cloud solutions comply with security, risk, regulatory, and enterprise architecture standards
• Drive cloud adoption, migration initiatives, and modernization programs
• Design and promote cloud architecture patterns, CI/CD frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code standards
• Advise development teams on Cloud-Native architectures, APIs, DevOps, AI/ML, and Data Analytics solutions
• Contribute to cloud governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives (GDPR, DORA, etc.)
• Support the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies and Proofs of Concept (PoCs)
• Act as a bridge between business stakeholders, technical teams, and senior leadership
• Participate in enterprise architecture, API governance, cloud, and innovation committees
• Produce architecture recommendations, reports, and strategic roadmaps

Skills & Experience

• +5 years of experience in Cloud Architecture and Enterprise Architecture
• Strong experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, Terraform, and Ansible
• Proven experience designing Cloud-Native and Microservices architectures
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD best practices
• Experience integrating security frameworks and SDLC tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, CSPM)
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, resiliency, and middleware architectures
• Experience with Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman
• Knowledge of Risk Management, Gap Analysis, SWOT Analysis, and TCO modelling
• Experience in Financial Services is a plus
• Knowledge of AI/ML and Data Analytics is a plus
• Professional Cloud Certifications are highly valued

Lisbon – Hybrid (2x/office)

Why Empa‑T?

At Empa‑T, we value empathy, integrity, and collaboration.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape enterprise cloud strategy within a leading international financial institution, working with cutting-edge technologies, global teams, and business-critical transformation initiatives.

Join a team where Cloud, Innovation, and Architecture drive the future of Financial Services.