Senior Solutions Architect - Cloud Infrastructure

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangements

Generous paid time off

Employee assistance programs

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge云

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Solutions Architect to join our cloud infrastructure team in Benoni. This hybrid role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

You will guide engineering, operations, and business teams, mentor juniors, and stay ahead of industry trends. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in IT infrastructure or solutions architecture, including cloud-focused experience, and is proficient in IaC, scripting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years in IT infrastructure or solutions architecture, with at least 3 years in cloud technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong knowledge of cloud networking, security, compute and storage services.
• Experience with IaC tools Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure strategies and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to define solution requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and best practices for cloud deployments and operations.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and technologies.
• Lead the implementation of cloud infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams and proposals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and application issues in cloud environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and support teams on cloud technologies.
• Stay current with emerging cloud trends and industry best practices.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure as Code

Scripting (Python, Bash)

CI/CD automation

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Hybrid work collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Senior Solutions Architect to contribute to their expanding cloud infrastructure team in Benoni . This hybrid role is key to designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable cloud solutions that meet complex business requirements. You will work with a dedicated team of IT professionals, driving innovation and ensuring the efficiency and security of our cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architecture, infrastructure design, and a passion for leveraging technology to solve business challenges. Join a company that values continuous learning and offers excellent opportunities for career growth in a dynamic hybrid setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).


• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure strategies and roadmaps.


• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to define solution requirements.


• Provide technical guidance and best practices for cloud deployments and operations.


• Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and technologies.


• Lead the implementation of cloud infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.


• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams and proposals.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and application issues in cloud environments.


• Mentor junior engineers and support teams on cloud technologies.


• Stay current with emerging cloud trends and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure or solutions architecture, with at least 3 years focused on cloud technologies.


• Proven experience designing and implementing solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).


• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, compute, and storage services.


• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).


• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.


• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid office and remote environment.


• Certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.


• Extensive professional development opportunities and training programs.


• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.


• Generous paid time off and holidays.


• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.


• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies.


• Clear career progression paths.