Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Professional development

Health and retirement benefits

Access to cutting-edge cloud tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to design, implement, and manage scalable AWS platforms for various clients. The role mixes in-person collaboration with remote work and requires deep AWS knowledge and strong communication with stakeholders.

You will drive cloud strategy, migrations, and ongoing optimization while mentoring junior staff and staying current with evolving AWS services.

Qualifications

• Proven AWS architecture experience designing scalable cloud solutions.
• Security best practices and cost-optimization focus are essential.
• Strong communication to both technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, available, fault-tolerant AWS solutions.
• Lead cloud strategy assessments and adoption initiatives.
• Translate business needs into technical cloud designs.
• Provide guidance on AWS services, best practices, and cost optimization.
• Develop roadmaps for migrations and modernization efforts.
• Oversee deployment of cloud infrastructure and services.
• Ensure security is integrated into architecture designs.
• Mentor junior staff and share knowledge within the team.
• Stay updated on new AWS services and cloud technologies.

Skills

AWS architecture

Cloud security

Stakeholder communication

Cost optimization

Hybrid/multi-cloud strategies

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Engineering

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent enterprise solutions provider located in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a highly experienced Cloud Solutions Architect specializing in Amazon Web Services (AWS). This is a critical role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions for our diverse clientele. The position offers a hybrid work model, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will be the technical authority, guiding clients through their cloud adoption journey, from initial strategy and design to migration and ongoing optimization. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in AWS services, a strategic mindset, and exceptional communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and business stakeholders. This role is perfect for an individual passionate about leveraging cloud technologies to solve complex business problems and drive digital transformation. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring our clients achieve their strategic objectives through robust and innovative cloud architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant solutions on AWS.
• Lead the assessment and implementation of cloud strategy and adoption initiatives.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide expert guidance on AWS services, best practices, and cost optimization strategies.
• Develop technical roadmaps for cloud migrations and modernization efforts.
• Oversee the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure and services.
• Ensure security best practices are integrated into all cloud architecture designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud environments.
• Stay current with emerging AWS services and cloud technologies, evaluating their potential application.
• Mentor junior technical staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect, with a strong focus on AWS.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS core services (e.g., EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda).
• Experience designing and deploying complex, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructures.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional) are highly desirable.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud strategies is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a balanced lifestyle.
• Opportunity to work with a leading cloud provider and diverse clients.
• Continuous learning and professional development through training and certifications.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and resources.