Senior Cloud Architect - Remote First

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Flexible hours

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to lead scalable, secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP. This remote-first role requires deep expertise in microservices, containers, serverless, and IaC, with a track record of enterprise-grade deployments.

You will shape cloud strategy, governance, and cost management while mentoring a distributed team and guiding migrations in a remote, globally distributed environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years IT architecture experience with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Proven track record designing on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong knowledge of microservices, containers, and serverless tech.
• Expertise in network design, security, and data management in cloud environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to lead discussions in a remote setting.
• Relevant cloud certifications are desirable.
• Experience with IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement scalable cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop cloud strategy, roadmap, and governance.
• Lead technical direction for cloud-native development and migrations.
• Collaborate with dev, ops, and security teams for successful deployments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff.
• Evaluate new cloud technologies to enhance offerings.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Ensure cloud security and regulatory compliance.
• Optimize cloud spending and resource utilization.
• Document architectural decisions and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Cloud Architecture

AWS

Azure

GCP

Microservices

Docker

Kubernetes

Serverless

IaC

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a leading innovator in digital transformation solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Architect to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote, remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy to shape the future of cloud infrastructure from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions that drive business value. This role is perfect for a visionary architect who thrives in a collaborative, distributed environment and is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies to solve complex challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud best practices, architecture patterns, and a proven track record of delivering enterprise-grade cloud solutions. Join us in building the next generation of cloud-native applications and services. You will be working with a team of highly motivated professionals committed to excellence and continuous learning in the cloud domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure cloud architectures across various cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain cloud strategy, roadmap, and governance policies.
• Lead the technical direction for cloud-native application development and migration projects.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure successful deployment and operation of cloud services.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance our offerings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and security best practices within the cloud environment.
• Optimize cloud spending and resource utilization through effective cost management strategies.
• Document architectural decisions, design specifications, and operational procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture.
• Proven experience designing and implementing solutions on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless technologies.
• Expertise in network design, security principles, and data management in cloud environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead technical discussions in a remote setting.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• Access to the latest cloud technologies and tools.
• A supportive and collaborative remote work culture.
• Home office stipend for setting up your ideal remote workspace.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a global reach.