Tencent Cloud - Senior Cloud Architect (R&D & Solution Design)

Tencent International Service Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to design and implement advanced cloud architectures. This role involves collaborating with product and R&D teams, driving cloud R&D initiatives, and delivering tailored solutions to customers. With a focus on innovation, you'll lead the charge in optimizing cloud platforms while ensuring compliance and security. Join a team that values diverse voices and fosters an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to groundbreaking projects in the cloud sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture design and cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise in Tencent Cloud, AWS, or Azure with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure for Tencent Cloud products.
• Lead technical development and integration of cloud solutions.

Skills

Cloud Architecture Design

Cloud Infrastructure

Cloud-Native Technologies

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Tencent Cloud

AWS

Azure

Job description

Business Unit
Cloud & Smart Industries Group (CSIG) is responsible for promoting the company's cloud and industry Internet strategy. CSIG explores the interactions between users and industries to create innovative solutions for smart industries via technological advancements such as cloud, AI, and network security. While driving the digitalization of retail, medical, education, transportation and other industries, CSIG helps companies serve users in smarter ways, building a new ecosystem of intelligent industries that connect users and businesses.What the Role Entails

Position Overview:

As a Senior Cloud Architect at Tencent Cloud, you will be responsible for designing and implementing advanced cloud architectures, collaborating with internal product and R&D teams, and delivering tailored cloud solutions for our customers. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and a passion for innovation, as you will also be leading R&D efforts to enhance our cloud platform.

This position requires travel to Indonesia, potentially on a frequent basis.

Responsibilities:

• Design and architect scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure to support Tencent Cloud's expanding portfolio of products and services.
• Lead the technical development and integration of cloud solutions, ensuring they meet business objectives and customer requirements.
• Drive cloud R&D initiatives by exploring new technologies and developing innovative solutions to optimize our cloud platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development and external partners, to deliver end-to-end cloud solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams on cloud architecture best practices, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
• Ensure the alignment of cloud architectures with industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Support the achievement of revenue objectives through the adoption and migration of applications, software, and services onto the TencentCloud platform, in partnership with the sales team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure, performance, and scalability.
• Support the achievement of revenue objectives through the adoption and migration of applications, software, and services onto the Tencent Cloud platform, in partnership with the sales team.

Who We Look For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture design, with hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, cloud-native technologies, and R&D.
• Expertise in Tencent Cloud or similar platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) with a deep understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models.
• Proven experience in designing and deploying cloud solutions, including microservices architecture, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to lead technical initiatives and propose innovative cloud solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in both English and Chinese (spoken and written) in order to manage internal and external stakeholders and craft technical documents in both languages effectively.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud R&D projects, particularly in exploring emerging technologies like AI, big data, or edge computing.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, monitoring, and compliance practices.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools for continuous integration and deployment.

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.