Cloud Solutions Architect

Job Description

Join our Johannesburg team as a Cloud Solutions Architect, where you will drive the adoption of cloud solutions within our organization. Bring your knowledge of DevOps practices and contribute to our mission of technological advancement.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable cloud solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration with existing systems.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate cloud computing technologies and platforms.
• Develop cloud architecture patterns and guidelines to support ongoing and new projects.
• Implement DevOps practices and participate in CI/CD processes to enhance deployment strategies.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resource usage to maximize cost-efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support for cloud-related initiatives.
• Conduct cloud security assessments and implement best practices for data protection.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies to inform strategic decisions.
• Document architecture designs, implementation processes, and configurations.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent certification

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and solutions design

Technical Skills

• AWS
• DevOps Tools
• Networking
• Cloud Security

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication

Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience with Azure: Familiarity with deploying and managing applications on Microsoft Azure platform.
• Experience in application architecture design: Ability to contribute to large-scale application design and architecture.

Benefits

• Medical aid and wellness programs
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Annual performance bonus

Company Culture

• Innovation: Fostering a culture of creativity and new ideas to tackle unique challenges.
• Teamwork: Encouraging collaboration across teams to achieve our common goals.
• Continuous Learning: Promoting ongoing professional development and training for our staff.