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Senior Solutions Architect - Cloud Infrastructure

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Remote · South Africa Full-time Senior 3w ago

About the role

Join Our client as a fully remote Senior Solutions Architect specializing in Cloud Infrastructure. In this crucial role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing robust and scalable cloud solutions for our diverse client base. You will leverage your deep expertise in cloud technologies to architect transformative strategies that meet complex business requirements. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking architect to make a significant impact from anywhere in the world.

As a remote-first organization, we empower our employees with the tools and autonomy to excel. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the design and architecture of secure, high-available, and cost-effective cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP). Translating business needs and technical requirements into detailed architecture designs and implementation plans. Collaborating closely with development teams, DevOps engineers, and product managers to ensure successful solution delivery. Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers. Evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation. Developing and maintaining architectural standards, best practices, and documentation. Conducting technical reviews and providing recommendations for optimization and improvement. Troubleshooting complex technical issues and providing guidance on resolution strategies. Engaging with stakeholders at various levels to present architectural proposals and gain buy-in. Ensuring solutions adhere to security best practices, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, mission-critical cloud solutions. Expertise in cloud networking, security, compute, storage, and database services. Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment. Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable. Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Familiarity with serverless computing paradigms. This role is 100% remote, offering the flexibility to work from your chosen location. We value collaboration and innovation in a virtual setting, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, mission-critical cloud solutions
  • Expertise in cloud networking, security, compute, storage, and database services
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment

Responsibilities

  • Leading the design and architecture of secure, high-available, and cost-effective cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Translating business needs and technical requirements into detailed architecture designs and implementation plans
  • Collaborating closely with development teams, DevOps engineers, and product managers to ensure successful solution delivery
  • Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers
  • Evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation
  • Developing and maintaining architectural standards, best practices, and documentation
  • Conducting technical reviews and providing recommendations for optimization and improvement
  • Troubleshooting complex technical issues and providing guidance on resolution strategies
  • Engaging with stakeholders at various levels to present architectural proposals and gain buy-in
  • Ensuring solutions adhere to security best practices, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

100% remote work flexibility

Skills

AWSAzureGCPMicroservices architectureDockerKubernetesCI/CD pipelinesTerraformCloudFormationInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Serverless computing

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