Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Health insurance

Remote work

Bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role serving enterprise clients. The position emphasizes designing and delivering scalable cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with migration planning and security governance.

Strong leadership and stakeholder communication are essential for success in a remote-first environment. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in IT architecture, 5+ years in cloud architecture, and relevant certifications, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of IT architecture experience, with at least 5 years in cloud solutions architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying solutions on AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, storage, compute, and databases.
• Strong knowledge of security, IAM, and compliance in cloud environments.
• Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud strategies and implementations.
• Excellent DevOps understanding, CI/CD pipelines, and IaC.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management, especially remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions across multiple cloud platforms.
• Develop migration strategies and roadmaps for cloud adoption.
• Lead technical discussions and translate business needs into cloud architectures.
• Guide cloud-native tech, microservices, serverless, and containerization.
• Define and implement cloud security, compliance, and governance models.
• Oversee deployment of cloud solutions aligned with architecture.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams for integration.
• Evaluate new cloud technologies to enhance client solutions.
• Create architectural documentation, diagrams, and proposals.
• Act as trusted advisor guiding clients through cloud journeys.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Hybrid/multi-cloud

Security principles

DevOps

CI/CD

Infrastructure as code

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading cloud consulting and services provider, is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their entirely remote team. This prestigious role involves designing, architecting, and overseeing the implementation of complex, high-performance cloud solutions for enterprise-level clients across various industries. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cloud platform services (AWS, Azure, GCP), infrastructure design, security best practices, and hybrid cloud strategies. As a remote-first organization, exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to articulate technical vision to diverse audiences are crucial. You will be instrumental in guiding clients through their digital transformation journeys, leveraging the power of cloud technologies to achieve their business objectives. Our client champions a culture of innovation, client success, and professional growth, offering an unparalleled opportunity for a seasoned architect to shape the future of cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions tailored to client requirements across multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop comprehensive migration strategies and roadmaps for clients moving to the cloud.
• Lead technical discussions with clients, understanding their business needs and translating them into effective cloud architectures.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud-native technologies, microservices, serverless computing, and containerization.
• Define and implement cloud security best practices, compliance requirements, and governance models.
• Oversee the implementation and deployment of cloud solutions, ensuring alignment with architectural designs.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure successful integration and operation of cloud environments.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance client solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed architectural documentation, diagrams, and proposals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic insights and technical leadership throughout their cloud journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on cloud solutions architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• In-depth understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, storage, compute, and database services.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, identity and access management, and compliance frameworks in cloud environments.
• Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud strategies and implementations.
• Excellent understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, adept at managing client relationships remotely.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are highly preferred.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive executive-level salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including premium health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan with matching contributions, and significant performance-based bonuses. The fully remote work structure provides ultimate flexibility and autonomy. Continuous professional development is strongly supported through advanced training, certifications, and access to industry-leading resources. This role provides exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies and large-scale enterprise projects, offering immense career growth potential. Join a leading consultancy at the forefront of cloud innovation and digital transformation.