Lead Cloud Solutions Architect (Remote)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Remote-first culture

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role. You will define cloud strategy, shape architectural decisions, and mentor cloud engineers across projects.

The position emphasizes scalable, secure infrastructures and optimizing performance using AWS/Azure/GCP, containers, and IaC practices. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 4 years in cloud architecture, strong leadership, and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience desirable.
• 8+ years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing; 4+ years in cloud architecture.
• Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade cloud solutions for scalability, performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead development and implementation of cloud infrastructure strategies, roadmaps, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineers and development teams.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services and technologies to optimize performance and operations.
• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams for seamless deployment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Stay updated on latest cloud technologies and trends.
• Create comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture and solutions.
• Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation principles.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Cloud leadership

Multi-cloud

DevOps practices

CI/CD pipelines

Networking security

Communication skills

Remote leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Master's degree desirable

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm seeking an accomplished Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to join their innovative, fully remote team. This senior technical leadership role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing robust, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructures. You will play a crucial role in defining our client's cloud strategy, guiding architectural decisions, and ensuring the efficient adoption of cloud technologies across various projects. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), a strong understanding of microservices, containerization, and DevOps practices. As a remote-first organization, we foster a collaborative environment where talented individuals can thrive from anywhere, leveraging cutting-edge tools and technologies to deliver exceptional results. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud computing for a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade cloud solutions that meet business requirements for scalability, performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead the development and implementation of cloud infrastructure strategies, roadmaps, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineers and development teams.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services and technologies to optimize application performance and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies, trends, and emerging best practices.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture and solutions.
• Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation principles.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or equivalent experience is highly desirable.
• 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 4 years specifically in cloud architecture and solutions design.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions on major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps principles.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent knowledge of networking, security, databases, and storage in cloud environments.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and influence technical teams in a remote setting.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a significant plus.
• Must have the legal right to work remotely from their current location and effectively manage time zone differences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous home office stipend and ongoing technology support.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and flexible work hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and challenging projects.
• A supportive and collaborative remote-first work culture.