Cloud Architect

Cape Town FULL TIME R75,000 - R100,000 / Month
(R900,000 - R1,200,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Cloud Architect at Tech Innovations Inc., you will drive our cloud strategy and delivery, leveraging your expertise in cloud services and DevOps practices. You will design, implement, and manage scalable cloud solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our offerings in the cloud computing space.

Responsibilities

  • Architect robust and scalable cloud infrastructure solutions.
  • Evaluate and recommend cloud services based on technology trends.
  • Implement automated deployment and monitoring solutions.
  • Collaborate across teams to integrate cloud services with software applications.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery protocols are in place.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for cloud systems.
  • Support incident response and resolution efforts in the cloud environment.
  • Engage with vendors for cloud services and support.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cloud operations.
  • Conduct cloud readiness assessments for project kick-offs.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
  • Master's degree is preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and DevOps
Technical Skills
  • AWS
  • Terraform
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
Soft Skills
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
Certifications
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with CI/CD tools: Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GitLab.
  • Knowledge of security best practices: Understanding of security protocols in cloud environments.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits for employees and families
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Remote work flexibility and adjusted working hours
  • Training and certification reimbursements

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: Encouragement of personal and professional development through ongoing training.
  • Empowerment: Empowering employees to take ownership and lead their projects.
  • Community Engagement: Active participation in community initiatives and support for local causes.
Status: Open