Cloud Solutions Architect - AWS Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Certification and training support

Hybrid work model

Impact on tech strategy and infra

Access to cutting-edge cloud tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect with AWS expertise to design and implement scalable, cost-effective cloud infrastructure in a hybrid work model.

You will lead migrations, establish architecture standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to align cloud strategy with business objectives. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge AWS services and opportunities for certification and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design, with deep AWS expertise.
• Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale cloud solutions.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and cost management best practices.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable cloud solutions on AWS.
• Lead migration of existing applications to AWS cloud.
• Develop and document cloud architecture patterns, standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership to development and operations teams.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for cost, performance, and reliability.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS services and technologies to meet business needs.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Stakeholder management

Technical leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Cloud Solutions Architect with a specialization in AWS to lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure. This hybrid role involves collaborating with stakeholders both remotely and in our office to define cloud strategy, architect solutions, and guide migration efforts. You will be instrumental in leveraging the full power of AWS services to meet business objectives and drive innovation. This is a key position for an expert architect to influence the company's technological direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS) .
• Lead the migration of existing applications and infrastructure to the AWS cloud.
• Develop and document cloud architecture patterns, standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for cost, performance, and reliability.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS services and technologies to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design, with deep expertise in AWS services .
• Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale cloud solutions.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and cost management best practices.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunities for professional certification and continuous learning.
• A dynamic hybrid work model combining flexibility with collaborative office presence.
• Significant impact on the company's technology strategy and infrastructure.
• Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and innovative projects.