Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - Remote

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits package

Fully remote work

Professional development budget

Conference/taining opportunities

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to lead design and implementation of scalable, secure cloud strategies for a fully remote operation. You will drive best practices, collaborate with diverse teams, and shape cloud infrastructure on a global scale.

The role demands 7+ years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with strong expertise across AWS, Azure and GCP, plus containerization and IaC proficiency. A remote, autonomous work environment awaits a senior technologist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years in IT infrastructure and cloud computing with 3+ years in a solutions architecture role.
• Deep expertise with AWS, Azure and GCP services, networking and security.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable cloud solutions across major platforms.
• Develop cloud strategy, roadmaps and best practices aligned with business goals.
• Lead architecture of cloud-native apps, data platforms, and infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership to development and operations teams.
• Evaluate new cloud technologies to enhance and innovate solutions.
• Ensure security policies and governance standards are met in cloud environments.
• Communicate complex architectural decisions to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Cloud architecture

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

IaC (Terraform)

CI/CD pipelines

Technical leadership

Security & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of innovative cloud strategies for their fully remote operations. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our client's cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency across all cloud initiatives. You will collaborate with diverse teams, provide technical leadership, and drive the adoption of best practices in cloud computing. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced architect to make a significant impact on a global scale, working with cutting-edge cloud technologies in a highly flexible and autonomous remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and maintain cloud strategy, roadmaps, and best practices to align with business objectives.
• Lead the technical design and architecture of cloud-native applications, data platforms, and infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance existing solutions and drive innovation.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, industry regulations, and governance standards in cloud environments.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and architectural decisions effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 3 years in a solutions architecture role.
• Deep expertise with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP), including services, networking, and security.
• Proven experience in designing and deploying cloud architectures for large-scale applications.
• Strong understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence decision-making in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development, certifications, and attending industry conferences.
• Opportunity to work with and shape cutting-edge cloud technologies.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote team environment.
• Significant paid time off and comprehensive wellness programs.