Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24

Durban

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Training & certifications

Durban-based on-site role

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure in Durban. You will shape cloud strategy, advise on best practices, and guide teams through complex migrations and deployments.

The role requires deep cloud platform expertise, strong leadership, and excellent communication within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
7+ years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing with at least 3 years in a Solutions Architect role.
Proven track record designing/implementing solutions on AWS, Azure and GCP.
Solid understanding of networking, security, databases, and virtualization in cloud contexts.
Experience with IaC tools Terraform or CloudFormation and CI/CD pipelines.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage cloud architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Develop cloud strategy, roadmaps, and best practices for the organization.
Lead migration of on-premises apps/infrastructure to the cloud.
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams for seamless integration.
Optimize resource utilization for performance, scalability, and cost.
Provide mentorship to engineering teams on cloud technologies.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Leadership

Communication

Cloud platforms AWS/Azure/GCP

IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation)

CI/CD pipelines

Networking/Security/Databases/Virtual化

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

CI/CD tooling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure solutions in Durban . You will be instrumental in shaping the company's cloud strategy, advising on best practices, and guiding technical teams through complex cloud migrations and deployments. This role requires a deep understanding of various cloud platforms and services, coupled with exceptional technical leadership and communication skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, driving innovation and ensuring the optimal performance and cost-efficiency of cloud-based systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage robust cloud architectures on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Develop and document comprehensive cloud strategies, roadmaps, and best practices for the organization.
Lead the migration of on-premises applications and infrastructure to the cloud.
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of cloud services.
Optimize cloud resource utilization for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams on cloud technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 3 years in a Solutions Architect role.
Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Strong understanding of networking, security, databases, and virtualization in a cloud context.
Experience with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits