Remote Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS & Azure)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Continuous learning and certifications

Flexible work-life balance

Global projects

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24's client, a global leader in cloud computing, seeks an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure cloud infrastructures for diverse clients, using AWS and Azure to translate business needs into architecture and migration strategies.

You will lead security, network, and IaC practices, drive cost-efficient optimization, and mentor teams while staying current with cloud innovations and PoC

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud solutions as a Solutions Architect.
• Hands-on knowledge of AWS and Azure with strong cloud networking concepts.
• Experience with IaC and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions leveraging AWS, Azure, or other major cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather technical and business requirements.
• Develop detailed architecture diagrams, implementation plans, and technical documentation.
• Lead the migration of existing on-premises infrastructure to the cloud.
• Implement and manage cloud security best practices, including IAM, network security, and data protection.
• Optimize cloud environments for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies, services, and trends, and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Develop PoCs and feasibility studies for new cloud initiatives.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Solution design

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Placements24's client, a global leader in cloud computing, seeks an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure cloud infrastructures for diverse clients, using AWS and Azure to translate business needs into architecture and migration strategies.

You will lead security, network, and IaC practices, drive cost-efficient optimization, and mentor teams while staying current with cloud innovations and PoC