Remote Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join a globally distributed team. You will design scalable, secure cloud architectures across AWS/Azure/GCP, drive migrations, and provide technical leadership in a remote-first environment.

We value deep cloud expertise, certifications, and the ability to translate business needs into practical technical designs. The role emphasizes cost-efficiency, reliability, and collaboration across geographies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience designing and deploying large-scale cloud solutions.
• Proficient with AWS, Azure, or GCP and related services.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Cloud certifications are highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/IT or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect cloud solutions on AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Develop roadmaps for migration and modernization initiatives.
• Translate business needs into scalable cloud architectures.
• Define cloud governance, security and compliance standards.
• Provide technical leadership to development and operations teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies.
• Create detailed architectural diagrams and operational docs.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud issues and implement robust solutions.
• Stay current with cloud trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Cloud platforms

Containers

IaC

Cloud governance

Communication

Education

BSc/MSc in CS/IT

Equivalent experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading innovator in cloud-native solutions and is seeking a highly accomplished Remote Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their globally distributed team. This role is crucial for designing and implementing scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructures for a diverse range of clients. As a remote-first organization, we empower our engineers with the flexibility to work from anywhere, focusing on impact and innovation. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cloud platforms, a strategic mindset, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into effective technical architectures. You will be instrumental in guiding technical decisions, driving adoption of cloud technologies, and ensuring the optimal performance and cost-efficiency of cloud deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect comprehensive cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Develop technical roadmaps and strategies for cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into scalable cloud architectures.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, security best practices, and compliance standards.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies to enhance existing solutions.
• Create detailed documentation, including architectural diagrams, design specifications, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and implement robust solutions.
• Stay current with cloud computing trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

Extensive experience in designing and deploying large-scale cloud-based solutions. In-depth knowledge of at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services. Proven ability to architect solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and security. Strong understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment. Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a generous benefits package including health insurance and professional development allowances. You'll be part of a dynamic, innovative company culture that values autonomy and collaboration. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working from anywhere, contributing to world-class cloud solutions for clients across various industries.