Remote Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - Energy Infrastructure

Placements24; Town of Wabeno (WI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Performance bonuses

Certification funding

Training & conferences

Flexible schedule

Remote work

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join a globally distributed, fully remote team supporting energy industry clients. You will design enterprise-grade cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, driving scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.

You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate requirements into architectural blueprints, provide technical leadership, and stay current with cloud innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years IT infrastructure and solutions architecture, 4+ years in cloud.
• Production-ready, scalable cloud solutions design and deployment.
• Strong IAM, networking, and storage knowledge; security-focused.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise cloud solutions for energy sector with reliability and cost-efficiency.
• Gather requirements, assess infrastructure, define cloud migration strategies.
• Create architectural designs: network topology, compute, storage, security.
• Provide technical leadership to implementation teams throughout projects.
• Evaluate cloud services and technologies matching client needs.
• Develop proofs-of-concept and conduct feasibility studies.
• Produce architecture diagrams, design specs, and runbooks.
• Stay updated on cloud tech, trends, and best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

ARM templates

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent technology solutions provider for the energy industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their globally distributed, fully remote team. This role is critical in designing and implementing robust, scalable, and secure cloud-based solutions that support the evolving needs of energy companies. You will work closely with clients and internal teams to understand their requirements, translate them into architectural blueprints, and guide the implementation of cloud strategies across various cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, security, and the specific challenges faced by the energy sector. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned architect to make a significant impact on energy infrastructure modernization from a remote work environment. You will leverage your expertise to drive innovation and efficiency, ensuring that our client's solutions are at the cutting edge of cloud technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade cloud solutions tailored for the energy sector, focusing on reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements, assess existing infrastructure, and define cloud migration strategies.
• Develop detailed architectural designs, including network topology, compute resources, storage solutions, and security configurations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to implementation teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services and technologies that best fit client needs.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and conduct technical feasibility studies.
• Create comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and operational runbooks.
• Stay current with the latest cloud technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Ensure solutions comply with security standards and regulatory requirements relevant to the energy industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure and solutions architecture, with at least 4 years focused specifically on cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proven experience designing and deploying complex, scalable cloud solutions in production environments.
• Deep understanding of cloud networking, security principles, identity and access management, and data storage solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience within the energy sector (oil & gas, utilities, renewables) is highly desirable.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a significant advantage.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly attractive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions, and performance-based bonuses. The company provides ample opportunities for professional growth, including funding for certifications, training, and attending industry conferences. You will enjoy a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to collaborate with a global team of experts. This position allows you to work on impactful projects that are driving the digital transformation of the energy sector. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing a supportive remote work environment. Career advancement opportunities are plentiful within this expanding organization.