Cloud Architect

Cape Town FULL TIME R60,000 - R65,000 / Month
(R720,000 - R780,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our growing team as a Cloud Architect where you will provide leadership in cloud strategy and implementation. You will focus on architecting cloud environments, optimizing performance, and facilitating infrastructure transformations to meet dynamic business needs. Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cloud architecture design and implementation projects.
  • Conduct cloud readiness assessments and identify gaps in current infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure cloud solutions meet organizational performance requirements.
  • Document cloud solutions and maintain architecture diagrams.
  • Assist teams in understanding cloud-based architecture best practices.
  • Implement monitoring tools to track the performance of cloud applications.
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and interpret business objectives.
  • Propose and manage budget plans for cloud resources.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Master's degree in related technical field is preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in cloud solutions architecture
Technical Skills
  • Azure
  • DevOps methodologies
Soft Skills
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
Certifications
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • CompTIA Cloud+
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of microservices architecture: Experience in designing microservices-based applications.
  • Experience with network security practices: Understanding of securing cloud environments through networking best practices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
  • Retirement fund contributions matching
  • Work-life balance with flexible hours
  • Training and upskilling programs

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We support ongoing professional development and provide resources for learning new skills.
  • Work-Life Balance: Our company prioritizes a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
  • Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable practices and reducing our environmental footprint.
Status: Open