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Senior Cloud Solutions Architect; AWS Focus
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-25
Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-25
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, AWS
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client, a pioneering cloud consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect with a strong focus on AWS to join their fully remote team. This role is integral to designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions for a diverse range of clients. You will leverage your deep expertise in AWS services to guide clients through their cloud transformation journeys, providing strategic architectural guidance and technical leadership.
As a remote-first organization, collaboration and communication through digital channels are paramount. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies from anywhere, contributing to transformative projects.
- Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS) for various client needs.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand business requirements and translate them into robust cloud architectures.
- Develop migration strategies and plans for moving existing applications and infrastructure to AWS.
- Ensure solutions adhere to best practices for security, reliability, performance, and cost optimization.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on AWS services, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and serverless technologies.
- Create detailed architectural diagrams, documentation, and proposals.
- Automate cloud deployments and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation).
- Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and provide timely resolutions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest AWS services and industry trends, continuously learning and sharing knowledge.
- Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences in a remote setting.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them maximize their benefits from cloud adoption.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field;
Master's degree preferred. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 5 years specifically focused on AWS architecture.
- Proven experience designing and deploying complex, scalable, and highly available solutions on AWS.
- In-depth knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, IAM, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Cloud Formation) and configuration management tools.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional) are highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, distributed team environment.
- Experience working remotely and effectively managing distributed projects.
- This role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, performance-based bonuses, and a generous allowance for professional development, including certifications and training. As a fully remote position, employees benefit from ultimate flexibility in their work location. Our client fosters a strong remote culture with regular virtual team events, collaborative online tools, and opportunities for significant career advancement.
- Join a forward-thinking organization and contribute to innovative cloud solutions from anywhere.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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