Remote Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development budget

Home office stipend

Company-provided hardware

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Cloud Solutions Architect to design, deploy and manage scalable cloud environments for a global client base. You will lead architecture decisions, drive IaC implementation, and collaborate with engineering and product teams from anywhere in the world.

The role emphasizes AWS/Azure/GCP proficiency, containerization, and strong security and networking expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• 7+ years IT infrastructure experience, 4+ years cloud-focused.
• Proficient with major cloud providers (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with containers and CI/CD pipelines is essential.
• Strong networking, security, and cloud data management knowledge.
• Excellent remote communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design highly available, scalable, secure cloud solutions.
• Develop migration strategies from on-prem to cloud.
• Implement IaC with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Provide guidance on cloud best practices, security, and cost optimization.
• Lead collaboration with development and operations teams.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud issues and implement fixes.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Networking

Security principles

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced Remote Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement cutting-edge cloud infrastructure solutions for their global clientele. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your expertise in cloud technologies to architect, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, product managers, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into robust, resilient cloud architectures. This role is perfect for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about shaping the future of cloud computing from anywhere, contributing to transformative projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect highly available, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop comprehensive migration strategies for on-premises workloads to the cloud.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices, security, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of cloud services.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and implement effective solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 4 years focused on cloud architecture and design.
• Deep expertise in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of networking, security principles, and database management in cloud environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, essential for a remote role.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget for certifications and training.
• Company-provided hardware and home office setup stipend.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects with a global impact.