Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS/Azure)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Travel opportunities to client sites

Health insurance and retirement plan

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to design, implement, and optimize cloud infrastructure for diverse clients in a hybrid Mossel Bay setting. The role emphasizes scalable, secure, cost-efficient architectures on AWS and Azure with IaC and containerization skills.

You will lead migration strategies, mentor engineers, and collaborate with clients to drive digital transformation. Strong communication and hybrid work capability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with demonstrated expertise in AWS and/or Azure.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale cloud solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking, compute, storage, database, and security services.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, balancing remote work with office-based collaboration in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate business requirements into cloud strategies.
• Develop comprehensive cloud migration strategies and roadmaps.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud best practices, security, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure, services, and applications.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to meet evolving business needs.
• Create detailed architectural diagrams, documentation, and proposals.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on cloud projects.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and develop effective solutions.

Skills

Cloud architecture

AWS

Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

Security

Networking

Cost optimization

IaC

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology consultancy, is seeking an experienced and visionary Cloud Solutions Architect to join their expanding team. This role embraces a hybrid work model, combining the benefits of remote flexibility with collaborative in-office sessions in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure solutions for a diverse range of clients. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, combined with a proven track record of architecting scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the cloud strategies of prominent organizations and drive digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure platforms.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical cloud strategies.
• Develop comprehensive cloud migration strategies and roadmaps.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud best practices, security, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure, services, and applications.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to meet evolving business needs.
• Create detailed architectural diagrams, documentation, and proposals.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on cloud projects.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and develop effective solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with demonstrated expertise in AWS and/or Azure.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale cloud solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking, compute, storage, database, and security services.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, balancing remote work with office-based collaboration in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A stimulating hybrid work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
• Travel opportunities to client sites (if applicable).
• Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and challenging projects.
• Supportive company culture and career growth prospects.