Sage X3 Solutions Architect & Strategic Advisor

Sage; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Johannesburg is seeking a Principal Cloud Strategic Advisor to shape cloud-enabled business and technology strategies. You will bridge business goals with cloud innovations, advising on digital transformation, operating models, and value realization.

The role requires guiding executives, developing cloud roadmaps, governance, cost optimization, and ROI frameworks while collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants across teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cloud strategy and digital transformation.
• Experience advising senior executives on cloud initiatives.
• Experience developing cloud business cases and operating models.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation.
• Lead development of cloud transformation roadmaps and governance.
• Translate cloud concepts into clear business outcomes and ROI models.
• Advise on operating models, readiness, and cost optimization.

Skills

Cloud strategy

Stakeholder management

Strategic advisory

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Google Professional Cloud Architect

Job description

Principal Cloud Strategic Advisor

Johannesburg NTT America, Inc.

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

Make an impact with NTT DATA join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

The Principal Cloud Strategic Advisor is a senior trusted advisor responsible for helping clients and stakeholders define, shape, and execute cloud-enabled business and technology strategies. This role bridges business objectives and cloud innovation, providing strategic guidance on digital transformation, cloud adoption, operating model evolution, and value realization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on cloud strategy, digital transformation, and technology-led business innovation.
• Facilitate strategic discussions with business and technology leaders to align cloud initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Translate complex cloud and technology concepts into clear business outcomes and recommendations.
• Advise clients on cloud operating models, governance, organizational readiness, and transformation roadmaps.
• Lead the development of cloud transformation strategies and adoption roadmaps.
• Define target-state capabilities across infrastructure, applications, data, security, and operations.
• Provide guidance on public cloud, hybrid cloud, multi-cloud, and cloud-native modernization approaches.
• Support organizations in building scalable and sustainable cloud foundations.
• Develop business cases, value realization frameworks, and ROI models for cloud initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, operational efficiency, innovation, and revenue growth.
• Support executive decision-making through scenario planning, strategic analysis, and risk assessment.
• Advise on FinOps strategies and cloud investment optimization.
• Monitor cloud market trends, hyperscaler innovation, and competitive landscapes.
• Identify emerging technologies and opportunities in AI, data platforms, automation, security, and cloud-native development.
• Provide thought leadership on industry best practices and cloud transformation trends.
• Assess the impact of market changes on client and organizational strategies.
• Partner with architects, engineers, consultants, and sales teams to develop comprehensive client solutions.
• Support strategic pursuits, executive workshops, and client engagements.
• Influence decision-making across multiple stakeholders and business units.
• Act as a key contributor to large-scale transformation programs.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Cloud certifications highly advantageous, including:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Professional Cloud Architect

Required Experience

• Extensive experience in cloud strategy, technology consulting, digital transformation, or strategic advisory roles.
• Proven experience advising senior executives and business leaders on cloud and transformation initiatives.
• Significant experience developing cloud business cases, transformation strategies, and operating models.
• Experience working with hyperscaler ecosystems and cloud transformation programs.
• Strong background in stakeholder management across business and technology functions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic workshops, drive consensus, and influence decision-making.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise modernization and cloud adoption initiatives.
• Consulting experience within a global technology services, advisory, or professional services organization is highly desirable.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working