Lead Cloud Solutions Architect - Azure

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement annuities

Life insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Cloud Solutions Architect in Paarl, Western Cape to design, architect, and oversee enterprise Azure solutions for diverse clients. You will translate business requirements into robust cloud architectures and provide technical leadership to project teams.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in IT architecture with deep Azure expertise, strong stakeholder management, and hands-on experience with AKS, Azure SQL, and IaC.

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT architecture experience with a cloud focus.
• Deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing Azure-based solutions.
• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-400) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, secure Azure cloud solutions.
• Lead the technical delivery of cloud projects.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements.
• Develop migration strategies and roadmaps.
• Evaluate and select Azure services and technologies.
• Create architectural designs, diagrams, and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership to cloud engineers and project teams.
• Ensure security, compliance, and governance standards.
• Conduct technical reviews and optimization recommendations.
• Stay current with Azure services and industry trends.

Skills

Azure architecture

Cloud security

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder management

Azure solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AKS

Azure SQL Database

Azure Functions

ARM templates

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent enterprise solutions provider, is seeking an experienced and strategic Lead Cloud Solutions Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure to be based in Paarl, Western Cape . This pivotal role involves designing, architecting, and overseeing the implementation of complex cloud solutions for our client's diverse customer base. You will be responsible for defining cloud strategies, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective, and providing technical leadership to project teams. The ideal candidate possesses a strong track record in designing and deploying enterprise-level solutions on Azure, coupled with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. You will work closely with clients and internal teams to translate business requirements into robust cloud architectures. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud adoption for leading organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Lead the technical delivery of cloud projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and best practices.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide expert guidance.
• Develop comprehensive cloud migration strategies and roadmaps.
• Evaluate and select appropriate Azure services and technologies for specific solutions.
• Create detailed architectural designs, diagrams, and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineers and project teams.
• Ensure solutions adhere to security, compliance, and governance standards.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide recommendations for optimization and improvement.
• Stay current with the latest Azure services, features, and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in IT architecture, with a significant focus on cloud solutions.
• Deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Proven experience with Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions, and networking.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or ARM templates.
• Excellent understanding of enterprise architecture patterns and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-400) are highly desirable.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement annuities, and life insurance.
• We provide significant opportunities for professional growth through advanced training, certifications, and exposure to cutting‑edge cloud technologies.
• This role is office‑based, fostering strong team collaboration, with opportunities for client‑site visits.
• Enjoy generous paid time off and a supportive work culture that values innovation and excellence.
• Join a team that is defining the future of cloud‑based business solutions.