172 Cloud Architect jobs in South Africa
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Management Level Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance. Those in cloud and network architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing efficient and secure solutions for clients. You will be leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimise infrastructure and enhance connectivity. Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
- Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
- Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
- Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
- Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
- Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
- Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
- Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
- Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Cloud Architect (Senior Manager level) to lead the design and delivery of robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions across a range of industries and technologies. This role is technology agnostic , meaning it requires deep architectural expertise and experience across multiple cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, private/hybrid cloud), rather than alignment with a single provider.
As a senior manager, you will be responsible for defining cloud strategies, architecting solutions across cloud platforms, leading high-impact engagements, and developing cloud capability across the business. You will also advise clients and stakeholders on cloud adoption, transformation, modernisation, and optimisation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Cloud Architecture & Strategy- Design end-to-end, technology-agnostic cloud architectures that meet both current and future business and technical requirements.
- Lead the development of cloud strategies and roadmaps across multi-cloud and hybrid environments (Azure, AWS and GP).
- Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to align cloud architecture with enterprise goals and transformation plans.
- Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and cost-effective technical solutions.
- Lead architecture assessments, reference model development, and architectural governance for cloud initiatives.
- Oversee the design and implementation of solutions for infrastructure, data, security, and applications across diverse cloud platforms.
- Act as a trusted advisor to internal and external clients, offering vendor-neutral guidance on cloud capabilities, trade-offs, and operating models.
- Support cloud adoption journeys, including migration, cloud-native development, platform modernisation, and DevSecOps enablement.
- Provide thought leadership on emerging cloud trends, tools, and services across providers.
- Lead cloud architecture reviews, security and compliance design, and operational readiness assessments.
- Define architectural patterns, standards, and reusable frameworks to ensure delivery consistency.
- Coach and mentor cloud engineers, solution architects, and delivery teams across engagements.
- Interface with CIOs, CTOs, enterprise architects, and program leads to communicate architectural direction and technical risk.
- Support business development and pre-sales by contributing to proposals, solution shaping, and client workshops.
- 10+ years of experience in IT architecture and solution design, with at least 5+ years in cloud architecture across AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid cloud models.
- Proven expertise in designing and delivering cloud solutions across infrastructure, application, data, and integration layers.
- Proven experience in software development (e.g., Java, .NET, or Python), with a solid understanding of how engineering drives good architecture.
- Strong working knowledge of security, networking, automation (IaC), DevOps/DevSecOps, and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).
- Experience with cloud migration, multi-cloud strategies, and cloud-native architecture patterns.
- Familiarity with TOGAF, SABSA, or similar enterprise architecture frameworks is a plus.
- Certifications across multiple providers (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect) are desirable but not mandatory.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, advanced degree preferred.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, particularly with C-level and business stakeholders.
- Cloud Strategy & Roadmapping
- Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Architecture Design
- Solution Architecture & Systems Integration
- Cost Optimisation & Operational Excellence
- Security & Compliance by Design
- Team Leadership & Mentoring
- Stakeholder Influence & Executive Communication
Preferred certifications:
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
- Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
- TOGAF, SABSA, or similar
- DevOps or security certifications (e.g., CKAD, CKA, CISSP)
Travel up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No
Job Posting End Date September 21, 2025
#J-18808-LjbffrCloud Architect
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Senior ManagerJob Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance.Those in cloud and network architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing efficient and secure solutions for clients. You will be leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimise infrastructure and enhance connectivity.
Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
- Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
- Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
- Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
- Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
- Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
- Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
- Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
- Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
About the Role
We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Cloud Architect (Senior Manager level) to lead the design and delivery of robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions across a range of industries and technologies. This role is technology agnostic , meaning it requires deep architectural expertise and experience across multiple cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, private/hybrid cloud), rather than alignment with a single provider.
As a senior manager, you will be responsible for defining cloud strategies, architecting solutions across cloud platforms, leading high-impact engagements, and developing cloud capability across the business. You will also advise clients and stakeholders on cloud adoption, transformation, modernisation , and optimisation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Strategy
Design end-to-end, technology-agnostic cloud architectures that meet both current and future business and technical requirements.
Lead the development of cloud strategies and roadmaps across multi-cloud and hybrid environments (Azure, AWS and GP)
Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to align cloud architecture with enterprise goals and transformation plans.
Solution Design & Delivery
Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and cost-effective technical solutions.
Lead architecture assessments, reference model development, and architectural governance for cloud initiatives.
Oversee the design and implementation of solutions for infrastructure, data, security, and applications across diverse cloud platforms.
Cloud Advisory & Consulting
Act as a trusted advisor to internal and external clients, offering vendor-neutral guidance on cloud capabilities, trade-offs, and operating models.
Support cloud adoption journeys, including migration, cloud-native development, platform modernisation , and DevSecOps enablement.
Provide thought leadership on emerging cloud trends, tools, and services across providers.
Technical Leadership & Governance
Lead cloud architecture reviews, security and compliance design, and operational readiness assessments.
Define architectural patterns, standards, and reusable frameworks to ensure delivery consistency.
Coach and mentor cloud engineers, solution architects, and delivery teams across engagements.
Stakeholder Management & Delivery Oversight
Interface with CIOs, CTOs, enterprise architects, and program leads to communicate architectural direction and technical risk.
Support business development and pre-sales by contributing to proposals, solution shaping, and client workshops.
Qualifications & Experience
10+ years of experience in IT architecture and solution design, with at least 5+ years in cloud architecture across AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid cloud models.
Proven expertise in designing and delivering cloud solutions across infrastructure, application, data, and integration layers.
Proven experience in software development (e.g., Java, .NET, or Python), with a solid understanding of how engineering drives good architecture.
Strong working knowledge of security, networking, automation ( IaC ), DevOps/ DevSecOps , and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).
Experience with cloud migration, multi-cloud strategies, and cloud-native architecture patterns.
Familiarity with TOGAF, SABSA, or similar enterprise architecture frameworks is a plus.
Certifications across multiple providers (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect) are desirable but not mandatory.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Engineering, or a related field, advanced degree preferred.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, particularly with C-level and business stakeholders.
Key Skills & Competencies
Cloud Strategy & Roadmapping
Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Architecture Design
Solution Architecture & Systems Integration
Cost Optimisation & Operational Excellence
Security & Compliance by Design
Team Leadership & Mentoring
Stakeholder Influence & Executive Communication
Preferred certifications:
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
TOGAF , SABSA, or similar
DevOps or security certifications (e.g., CKAD, CKA, CISSP)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
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A dynamic organisation is seeking a skilled Cloud Architect to shape and oversee cloud solution design and implementation. This role will be instrumental in ensuring that cloud architectures meet the evolving needs of the business while aligning with strategic IT direction.
Cloud Architect
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Saturday, May 10, 2025
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
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POSITION INFO:
A dynamic organisation is seeking a skilled Cloud Architect to shape and oversee cloud solution design and implementation. This role will be instrumental in ensuring that cloud architectures meet the evolving needs of the business while aligning with strategic IT direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain scalable and secure cloud architecture solutions.
- Translate business and technical requirements into robust architectural designs.
- Collaborate with vendors, analysts, and engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Lead cloud strategy development and continuous optimisation efforts.
- Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams.
- Guide cloud governance initiatives and contribute to the Cloud Centre of Excellence.
- Review solutions with the Architecture Review Board to ensure alignment with standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- TOGAF certification required; additional AWS or Azure certifications advantageous.
- 10+ years of IT experience, with at least 2 years as a Cloud Architect.
- Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native tools.
- Infrastructure-as-Code experience (Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Proficiency in programming languages suited for cloud (Python, Go, R, Haskell, etc.).
- Strong understanding of AWS architecture components (IAM, VPC, Security Tooling, Monitoring).
- Experience with DevOps, containerisation, and CI/CD.
- Effective communicator with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.
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- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries Advertising Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrCloud Architect
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Architect to join our team in the Financial Services industry. The Cloud Architect will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud technologies, security protocols, and industry best practices, with a focus on optimizing performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
Duties & Responsibilities- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for cloud infrastructure construction and cloud migration solution design
- Lead modernization and migration efforts for on-premises workloads to the cloud
- Possess knowledge and hands-on experience in building and managing cloud and hybrid solutions, specifically in Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of enterprise IT strategies and concepts
- Exhibit a track record of effectively prioritizing and executing tasks under high-pressure conditions
- Spearhead the development of resilient cloud hosting architectures
- Implement industry best practices and frameworks for service controls
- Manage technical documentation, including bulletins and release notes for known issues
- Collaborate with management to identify areas for improvement, enhancing overall environment integrity and functionality
- Take ownership of technical cases, including escalation and management until resolution
- Proficient in provisioning, configuring, and maintaining cloud computing services
- Experienced in implementing Cloud Adoption Frameworks
- Exposure to support roles and familiarity with IT Service management (ITIL) methodologies
- Working knowledge of relevant data privacy, security practices, and laws
- Skilled in performance optimization and capacity planning for virtualized environments
- Knowledgeable in SAN storage and backup environment administration
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts
- Solid understanding of a wide range of ICT technologies
- Experienced in supporting Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server and Client OS, Active Directory, Remote Desktop Services, SQL, IIS, DNS, and DHCP
- Expertise in Cloud Hosting Platforms, App Modernization, and Automation across Web, APIs, Databases, and operating systems
- IT qualification coupled with over 4 years of experience as a Support Engineer, focusing on Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) products
- ±3 years of experience in designing and supporting Microsoft Azure environments, encompassing IaaS and PaaS
- Certified as a Microsoft Azure/ Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect
- In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including services such as compute, storage, networking, and security
- Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies, containers, microservices, serverless computing, and DevOps practices
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go for automation and scripting tasks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Cloud Architect
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Client based in Gauteng is seeking a Cloud Architect to oversee cloud computing architecture through deployment, management, and support for cloud applications.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
- Be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on building cloud infrastructure and the design of cloud migration solutions.
- Modernizing and migrating on-prem workloads to cloud.
- Knowledge and experience in building and managing cloud and hybrid solutions in Azure and M365.
- Thorough understanding of enterprise IT Strategies and Concepts.
- Proven ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Drive the development of robust cloud hosting architecture.
- Implement industry best practice frameworks and controls on their services.
- Administration of technical documentation, bulletins and release notes for known problems.
- Supporting the Support Staff in resolving tickets.
- Communicate areas for improvement to management to improve the overall integrity and functionality of the environment in the organization.
- Follow-up on technical cases including escalation and management of the case until case closure.
Requirements:
- Tertiary IT qualification and matric with 4 years+ experience as a Support Engineer with emphasis on Microsoft products.
- Azure Solutions Architect Certification.
- Azure Administrator Certification.
- Microsoft Associate certification.
- Cisco networking certification.
- ToGAF Level 1 Certified.
- Experience in provisioning, configuring and maintaining cloud computing services.
- Implementation of Cloud Adoption Frameworks.
- Previous exposure to support roles and IT Service management (ITIL) methodologies.
- Working knowledge of applicable data privacy and security practices and laws.
- Experience with performance optimization and capacity planning of virtualized environments.
- Knowledge of SAN storage and backup environment administration.
- Working knowledge of cloud security concepts.
- Solid working knowledge of current ICT technologies across a wide variety of technical disciplines.
- Experience supporting Microsoft technology, including, but not limited to: Windows Server and Client OS, Active Directory, Remote Desktop Services, SQL, IIS, DNS, and DHCP.
- Expert knowledge of Cloud Hosting Platforms, App Modernization, Automation across Web, APIs, Databases and operating systems.
- 3+ years of experience designing and supporting Azure environments, including IaaS and PaaS.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Job Title: Cloud Architect / Engineer
Location: Malta (Relocation Visa Sponsorship Provided)
Salary: 1000 per month travel and relocation support
Industry: Banking
About the Role: Our client, a leading international bank based in Malta, is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Architect / Engineer to join their growing technology team. This is a unique opportunity for a senior professional looking to relocate to Europe with full visa sponsorship and relocation support provided.
Responsibilities- Oversee the design and implementation of cloud capabilities.
- Ensure adoption of cloud solutions aligns with enterprise standards and IT strategy.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance across multiple projects and delivery partners.
- Drive quality, scalability, and security in all cloud-related initiatives.
- Proven experience as a Cloud Architect or Cloud Engineer in enterprise-scale environments.
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or Google Cloud).
- Ability to provide architectural oversight and ensure alignment to standards.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and guide stakeholders.
- Experience: years
- Salary: 1000 per month
- Full visa sponsorship for non-EU candidates
- Relocation support and travel expenses covered
- Opportunity to live and work in Malta, a thriving EU hub with an international lifestyle
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and secure an opportunity to live and work in the EU, apply today.
Key Skills- Environmental Safety
- Desktop Support
- Gas
- Courier Delivery
- Electrical & Instrumentation
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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