Cloud Architect

Responsibilities: 1. Cloud architecture and strategy • Design and implement cloud architectures using AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). • Develop cloud adoption, migration and infrastructure modernisation strategies. • Evaluate cloud technologies and recommend suitable solutions based on performance, scalability, security and cost. 2. Cloud infrastructure and operations • Design and manage cloud computing, storage, databases, networking and backup solutions. • Establish high availability, disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities. • Oversee cloud infrastructure deployment, monitoring, capacity planning and performance optimisation. 3. Security and governance • Implement cloud security policies, identity and access management (IAM), encryption and network security controls. • Ensure compliance with internal IT policies and applicable data protection requirements. • Conduct security assessments and manage infrastructure vulnerabilities and risks. 4. Cloud migration and integration • Lead migration of on-premises applications, servers and databases to cloud environments. • Design integrations between cloud platforms, enterprise applications and existing infrastructure. • Minimise downtime and business disruption during migrations and system upgrades. 5. Automation and DevOps • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. • Develop CI/CD pipelines and automate infrastructure provisioning and routine operational tasks. • Work with development and operations teams to improve deployment efficiency and reliability. 6. Stakeholder and vendor management • Collaborate with IT teams, business users and external vendors on infrastructure projects. • Prepare architecture diagrams, technical documentation, project plans and cost estimates. • Provide technical leadership, troubleshoot complex issues and recommend continuous improvements Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or a related discipline. • Approximately 5–8 years of relevant IT infrastructure, cloud engineering or architecture experience. • Demonstrated hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform: AWS, Microsoft Azure or GCP. • Strong knowledge of cloud networking, virtualisation, storage, databases, IAM and security. • Experience with cloud migration, disaster recovery, backup and high-availability design. • Familiarity with scripting and automation tools such as Python, PowerShell, Bash or Terraform. • Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD, monitoring and infrastructure management. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication and stakeholder-management skills. • Relevant cloud certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, would be an advantage.