Posted 7 days ago
Description
About the Role
WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Infrastructure Architect to join a forward-thinking organization in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing robust, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for architecting cloud environments, optimizing performance, ensuring high availability, and implementing cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), infrastructure as code, networking, and security best practices. This position offers a hybrid work model, blending the benefits of remote work with essential on-site collaboration. You will work closely with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence. Your contributions will be vital in shaping the future of our clients' cloud strategies and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructure solutions.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
- Configure and manage cloud services (compute, storage, networking, databases).
- Implement and enforce cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
- Monitor cloud infrastructure performance, availability, and costs.
- Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams on infrastructure design and deployment.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management tasks.
- Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues.
- Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 4 years focused on cloud architecture.
- Proven experience designing and implementing cloud solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong proficiency with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud networking, security groups, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate) are highly desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
- Generous leave allowance.
- Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
- Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Access to modern technology and tools.
- Regular training sessions.
- Employee wellness programs.
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