Senior Cloud Solutions Architect (Remote)

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Annual bonus

Learning & development budgets

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote engineering team. You will define cloud strategy, architect scalable platforms, and lead migration of on‑prem to cloud across AWS/Azure/GCP. Emphasis on IaC, security, cost optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration.

The role requires 7+ years in IT infrastructure with 5+ years in cloud design and hands‑on cloud engineering. Remote‑first environment offers flexibility and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years IT infrastructure, with 5+ years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in at least one public cloud platform (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with IaC tools and CI/CD pipelines; strong security practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage scalable, secure cloud infra.
• Lead cloud strategy, cost optimization and performance.
• Migrate on-prem to cloud and ensure reliable deployments.
• Mentor engineers and enforce IaC and security standards.

Skills

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ans

Ansible

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Networking basics

Security best practices

CI/CD automation

Remote collaboration

Problem solving & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree a plus

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing SaaS provider based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their fully remote engineering team. This critical role involves designing, implementing, and managing scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructures that power our client's cutting‑edge applications. You will be instrumental in defining the cloud strategy, selecting appropriate technologies, and ensuring the optimal performance and cost‑effectiveness of our cloud environments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate cloud expert to shape the technical direction of a dynamic company from a remote‑first perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure blueprints, standards, and best practices.
• Lead the migration of on‑premises applications and infrastructure to the cloud.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.
• Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Oversee cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection.
• Monitor cloud resource utilization and costs, implementing strategies for optimization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, evaluating their potential application.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the cloud team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and solutions design.
• Deep expertise in at least one major public cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services like EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, Kubernetes, etc.
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage complex projects in a remote environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and a significant annual bonus. This is a fully remote position, offering maximum flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere. You will also have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development budgets, and the chance to work with a talented, globally distributed team on challenging and impactful projects.