Cloud Architect

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead the design and deployment of cloud solutions for clients in South Africa. You will translate workload needs into scalable architectures across Azure, AWS and Google Cloud, with VMware expertise, while guiding proposals and present technical strategies to CIO-level stakeholders.

The role emphasizes collaboration, security awareness, and delivering high-quality documentation and roadmaps for data centre transformations and

Qualifications

• Diploma in Computer Science or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Managed Service or Cloud Service Provider role.
• Proven expertise in designing and architecting cloud solutions on Azure, GCP, AWS and VMware cloud solutions.
• Strong understanding of cloud services, virtualization, networking, and security.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) are a plus.
• Understanding of virtualization, hybrid computing environments, storage technology and cloud native tech.
• Understanding of cloud networking and security.
• Advising on automation playbooks using Morpheus and Hostbill.
• Translating workload requirements into systems and process designs.
• Ability to develop quality proposals for Data Centre Transformation and Managed Services.
• Ability to present technical solutions to CIO and Chief Architect levels.
• Ability to manage multiple complex proposals with tight deadlines.
• Ability to write and present technical materials, diagrams, and flowcharts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Design and conceptualization of digital products/services.
• Produce multiple concepts and prototypes for development.
• Deliver defined features or outcomes from development programs.
• Recommend technical developments to improve quality of website/portal/applications.
• Discuss and recommend developments to meet user needs.
• Develop and enhance applications and roadmaps to align with business requirements.
• Test IT performance and respond to user emails for issues.
• Conduct customer and market research to support strategy.
• Support digital strategy and data-driven product/service improvement.
• Design and deliver new and enhanced portals/websites to meet plans.
• Lead cloud infrastructure design and architecture for clients.
• Assess client needs and configure private/public/hyperscale clouds.
• Create detailed technical documentation and diagrams.
• Collaborate with sales to present compelling technical proposals.
• Participate in client meetings to address technical inquiries.
• Translate client requirements into actionable solutions with technical teams.
• Identify best practices for cloud infrastructure design and optimization.
• Stay updated on latest cloud technologies and trends.
• Produce high-quality technical write-ups and solution documents.

Skills

VMware Certification

Cloud Architecture

Azure

AWS

GCP

Networking

Security

Automation

Executive Communication

Education

Diploma in Computer Science

Cloud Certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Tools

Morpheus

Hostbill

Job description

• Diploma in Computer Science or equivalent and VMWare Certifications
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Managed Service or Cloud Service Provider role
• Proven expertise in designing and architecting cloud solutions on Azure, GCP, AWS and VMWare cloud solutions
• Strong understanding of cloud services, virtualization, networking, and security
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are a plus
• Understanding of virtualization, hybrid computing environments, storage technology and cloud native technologies
• Understanding of cloud networking and security
• Advising on and the writing of automation playbooks using tools such as Morpheus and Hostbill
• Translating clients workload requirements into specific systems, applications and/or process designs
• Must understand the requirements and put up quality proposals for Data Centre Transformation and Managed Services
• Ability to conclusively present and defend technical solutions through strong presentation skills and executive client management
• Ability to communicate effectively at CIO and Chief Architect level
• Ability to handle multiple complex proposals, with tight deadlines concurrently
• Demonstrate ability to write and present effective materials, including presentations, status reporting, technical diagrams, and flowcharts

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues
• Design and Conceptualization
• Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services
• Product/Service Development
• Deliver defined features, functionality, or outcomes from a designated part of the development/engineering program, selecting the best available approach within established systems
• Technical Developments Recommendation
• Discuss and recommend technical developments to improve quality of the website/portal/applications software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users needs
• Application Software Development
• Develop existing applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement
• Develop new routine applications to meet customer requirements
• Application Software Roadmap
• Contribute to and maintain road map to facilitate application software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements
• Testing IT Performance
• Perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues
• Customer Needs/Experience Research
• Support customer and market research by performing customer and market research and analysis techniques
• Digital Vision and Strategy
• Support strategy formulation for digital by exploring how information technology can be used to help the organization become more responsive to customer needs and changing business requirements
• Data-driven Product and Service Improvement
• Support data-driven analysis to identify opportunities for product/service improvement
• New Websites Design and Delivery
• Design, schedule, build, and deliver new and enhanced basic portals/websites to achieve the agreed plan in terms of quality, cost, and timing and create an engaging website
• Cloud Infrastructure Design and Architecture
• Lead the design and architecture of cloud solutions for clients based on their specific requirements
• Assess client needs and recommend appropriate cloud services and configurations on private/ public and hyperscale clouds
• Create detailed technical documentation and diagrams outlining proposed solutions
• Collaborate with the sales team to understand client objectives and challenges
• Develop and present compelling technical proposals to clients, demonstrating the value of proposed solutions
• Participate in client meetings and discussions to answer technical inquiries and address concerns
• Solution Development
• Work closely with the technical teams to translate client requirements into actionable technical solutions
• Identify and recommend best practices for cloud infrastructure design and optimization
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and trends to provide innovative solutions
• Technical Write-ups
• Produce high-quality technical write-ups and solution architecture documents that clearly outline proposed technical solutions
• Articulate the benefits and advantages of the proposed solutions in a way that resonates with clients
• Client Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing technical expertise and exceptional service
• Collaborate with clients to refine and customize solutions based on their evolving needs