Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - Remote Option

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Soweto office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join our progressive technology team in a hybrid role, combining remote work with on-site presence at the Soweto, Gauteng, ZA office. You will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, utilizing IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.

You will mentor engineers, drive cloud strategy, optimize performance and costs, and ensure security compliance while maintaining thorough

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and engineering.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with AWS, Azure and GCP.
• Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and data storage in cloud environments.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable cloud solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and implement infrastructure as code using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet technical and business requirements.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices and emerging technologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive cloud architecture documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's cloud expertise.

Skills

AWS

Azure

GCP

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Networking

Security

Data storage

Docker

Kubernetes

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their progressive technology team. This role offers a flexible hybrid work model, enabling both remote work and on-site presence at our office in Soweto, Gauteng, ZA . You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that align with business objectives. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), infrastructure as code, and cloud-native architectures, coupled with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This is a critical role for an individual passionate about leveraging cloud technologies to drive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure cloud solutions meet technical and business requirements.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost-efficiency, and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices and emerging technologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive cloud architecture documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's cloud expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and engineering.
• In-depth knowledge and hands‑on experience with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and data storage principles in cloud environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, balancing remote and on-site duties.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement fund and savings plan options.
• Significant paid time off and flexible holiday scheduling.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced certifications.
• Hybrid work model offering excellent work-life balance.
• Modern office facilities at our Soweto, Gauteng, ZA hub.
• Collaborative and forward‑thinking work culture.