Remote Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Cloud Solutions Architect with 7+ years of experience to design scalable, secure cloud architectures for telecom clients. You will work across AWS, Azure, and GCP, implementing IaC with Terraform or CloudFormation and steering containerization via Kubernetes.

A strong telecom background and excellent communication are required. This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, professional development benefits, and a focus on innovative cloud strategies that

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cloud architecture experience, preferably in telecoms.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, secure cloud solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop migration roadmaps for enterprise clients.
• Define IaC using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Lead containerization adoption with Docker/Kubernetes.
• Provide mentorship to engineering and ops teams.
• Ensure security and compliance in cloud designs.
• Translate business needs into technical designs with stakeholders.
• Optimize infrastructure for cost, performance, and reliability.

Skills

Cloud design

Cloud-native

CI/CD

Networking

Security

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/ET or related

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Kubernetes

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in digital transformation services within the telecommunications sector, is actively seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Cloud Solutions Architect . This position is designed for a forward-thinking professional who thrives in a fully remote setting, contributing to the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. You will work with cutting-edge cloud platforms to develop robust solutions that meet the complex needs of our telecommunications clients. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of cloud-native principles, microservices, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code. This role offers the unique advantage of a fully remote work arrangement, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and sales teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, driving cloud adoption and innovation across the organization. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of cloud services in the telecommunications industry from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, high-availability, and secure cloud solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop cloud migration strategies and roadmaps for enterprise clients.
• Define and implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Lead the adoption of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development and operations teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services.
• Ensure solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical designs.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost, and reliability.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes for innovative cloud solutions.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) as a Cloud Solutions Architect or similar role, with a significant focus on telecommunications clients.
• Deep expertise in designing and implementing solutions on at least one major public cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Excellent knowledge of networking concepts, security principles, and data management in cloud environments.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Access to state-of-the-art cloud technologies and tools.
• Opportunity to shape strategic cloud initiatives for major telecom clients.
• Home office stipend to support your remote workspace.