Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - Healthcare Focus

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 2,326,000 - 3,490,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Competitive salary and bonuses

Stock options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking aSenior Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role focused on the healthcare sector. You will design, implement, and optimize scalable, secure cloud-based solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with emphasis on HIPAA compliance and data security.

The role demands strong architectural skills and client-facing collaboration to deliver strategic cloud initiatives. You will lead migrations, drive best practices in containerization with Docker/Kubernetes, and guide teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years in IT infrastructure and software architecture, with at least 4 years focused on cloud solutions.
• Deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of healthcare data security, privacy regulations (HIPAA), and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end cloud solutions for healthcare clients prioritizing security, scalability, and availability.
• Develop migration strategies from on-premises to the cloud for healthcare systems.
• Implement containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, security policies, and compliance standards (HIPAA, GDPR).
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost, and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Microservices design

Containerization

Security & compliance

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

This is a fully remote position for a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect with a specialization in the healthcare sector, working with our client. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based solutions tailored to the unique needs of healthcare organizations. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, containerization technologies, and best practices for data security and compliance within healthcare (e.g., HIPAA). As a remote-first architect, you will engage directly with clients, translating their business and technical requirements into robust cloud strategies. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional problem-solving skills, a strong command of architectural patterns, and a passion for leveraging technology to improve healthcare delivery. This is a strategic role offering significant impact and the opportunity to work on transformative projects within a leading organization, providing the flexibility and autonomy of remote work. We seek a proactive individual committed to technical excellence and client success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions for healthcare clients, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability.
• Develop migration strategies for moving existing on-premises healthcare systems to the cloud.
• Implement containerization and orchestration solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, security policies, and compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost, and reliability.
• Collaborate with development teams, project managers, and client stakeholders to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends, particularly within healthcare IT.
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and deployment plans.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and provide effective solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and software architecture, with at least 4 years focused on cloud solutions.
• Deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including relevant services for compute, storage, networking, and databases.
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of healthcare data security, privacy regulations (HIPAA), and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers exceptional flexibility and the ability to work from any location.
• Our client provides a highly competitive salary, substantial performance bonuses, and stock options.
• The comprehensive benefits package includes top-tier health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• Professional development is strongly supported through training programs and conference attendance.
• This role, conceptually tied to Soweto, Gauteng , allows you to shape the future of healthcare technology on a global scale.
• We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to lead innovative cloud initiatives.
• Join us and make a significant difference in the healthcare industry.