Lead Cloud Solutions Architect (Hybrid)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Generous annual leave

Team social events

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement scalable, secure cloud strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP within a hybrid work model. You will guide project teams, translate complex business requirements into actionable roadmaps, and mentor engineers to drive digital transformation for enterprise clients.

The role demands strong leadership, senior stakeholder engagement, and hands-on cloud architecture across public, private and multi-cloud

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT or related field; relevant cloud certifications valued.
• 8+ years IT experience with 5+ years in cloud architecture and design.
• Hands-on with AWS, Azure, and GCP; hybrid/multi-cloud design experience.
• Experience with IaC tools Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Lead cloud migration strategies and execution plans for enterprise clients.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering and operations teams.
• Translate business requirements into technical roadmaps and designs.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers; stay current with cloud trends.

Skills

Cloud architecture leadership

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring

Project leadership

Education

Master's/Bachelor's in CS/IT

AWS/Azure/GCP certifications

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in cloud infrastructure services, is seeking an accomplished Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to join their dynamic team based in **Cape Town**. This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds, combining collaborative office presence with the flexibility of remote work. You will be at the forefront of designing and implementing innovative cloud strategies for enterprise clients, leveraging your deep expertise in public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. This position demands a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions. As a lead architect, you will guide project teams, influence technology roadmaps, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, driving digital transformation initiatives. Your technical acumen and leadership skills will be critical in shaping the future of our client's cloud offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions across platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and execution plans for enterprise clients.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs and actionable roadmaps.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive cloud architecture documentation, standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies, tools, and services to enhance our client's offerings.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide recommendations for optimizing cloud environments for performance, cost, and security.
• Mentor and coach junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Stay abreast of the latest cloud computing trends, services, and security best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly valued.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and design.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their core services.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex hybrid and multi-cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, identity and access management, and data management within cloud environments.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience mentoring technical teams.
• Experience working in a hybrid work model, balancing remote and in-office collaboration.

Benefits

• Our client provides a highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a generous retirement savings plan.
• The hybrid work model offers flexibility, with dedicated office spaces for collaboration.
• Professional development is actively encouraged through training programs, certifications, and conference attendance.
• We offer a substantial amount of paid annual leave and promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Additional perks include team social events and access to cutting-edge technology resources.