Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to design, migrate, and optimize scalable cloud infrastructures across AWS, Azure, or GCP. The role combines strategic architecture with hands-on leadership.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with sales and customer success, and ensure security, cost-control, and compliance for client deployments in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Proven design/implementation experience on AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud-native solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Lead complex cloud migration projects with minimal business disruption.
• Develop and document cloud architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and best practices.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Hybrid cloud

Cloud security

IaC

Containerization

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Eng/IT

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading cloud solutions provider, is looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their innovative team based in **Paarl, Western Cape**. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructures. You will be responsible for architecting cloud solutions that meet client business requirements, leveraging your knowledge of major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in complex cloud migrations, modernizing existing systems, and ensuring cost-optimization. You will collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and customer success teams to deliver cutting-edge cloud strategies and solutions. This is a critical role for driving technological advancement and providing exceptional value to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud-native solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP to meet diverse client needs.
• Lead complex cloud migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Develop and document cloud architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and best practice guidelines.
• Collaborate with pre-sales teams to understand client requirements and propose effective cloud solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Optimize cloud environments for cost-efficiency, performance, and security.
• Stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies, services, and industry trends, recommending innovative solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and security standards for all deployed cloud solutions in **Paarl, Western Cape**.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, networking, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Experience in leading technical teams and projects.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule, involving in-office presence in **Paarl, Western Cape** for critical team meetings and client engagements.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Significant impact on client success and digital transformation initiatives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities within a leading firm.