Cloud Architect
Pwc South AfricaJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa7 days ago
Job descriptionTranslate 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 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)
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
Cloud Advisory & Consulting
Technical Leadership & Governance
Stakeholder Management & Delivery Oversight
Qualifications & Experience
Key Skills & Competencies
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