Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Datacentrix is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Infrastructure Architect/Consultant with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Managed Services or Cloud Service Provider industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in designing, architecting and building cloud solutions on one or more of the major cloud platforms, such as Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Must have 5 years VMWare expertise for cloud solutions. This role will involve collaborating with the sales and technical teams to create technical write-ups and solution architectures for prospective clients, as well as the design and building internal cloud infrastructure comprising of compute, storage and networking.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric or diploma in Computer Science and VMWare Certifications.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Managed Service or Cloud Service Provider role.
• Proven expertise in designing and architecting cloud solutions on Azure, GCP, AWS and VMWare cloud solutions
• Strong understanding of cloud services, virtualization, networking, and security.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Infrastructure Design and Architecture:

• Lead the design and architecture of cloud solutions for clients based on their specific requirements.
• Assess client needs and recommend appropriate cloud services and configurations on private / public and hyperscaler clouds.
• Create detailed technical documentation and diagrams outlining proposed solutions.

Presales Support:

• Collaborate with the sales team to understand client objectives and challenges.
• Develop and present compelling technical proposals to clients, demonstrating the value of proposed solutions.
• Participate in client meetings and discussions to answer technical inquiries and address concerns.

Solution Development:

• Work closely with the technical teams to translate client requirements into actionable technical solutions.
• Identify and recommend best practices for cloud infrastructure design and optimization.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and trends to provide innovative solutions.

Technical Write-ups:

• Produce high-quality technical write-ups and solution architecture documents that clearly outline proposed technical solutions.
• Articulate the benefits and advantages of the proposed solutions in a way that resonates with clients.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing technical expertise and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with clients to refine and customize solutions based on their evolving needs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Understanding of virtualization, hybrid computing environments, storage technology and cloud native technologies
• Understanding of cloud networking and security.
• Advising on and the writing of automation playbooks using tools such as Morpheus and Hostbill.
• Translating clients workload requirements into specific systems, applications and/or process designs.
• Must understand the requirements and put up quality proposals for Data Centre Transformation and Managed Services
• Ability to conclusively present and defend technical solutions through strong presentation skills and executive client management.
• Ability to communicate effectively at CIO and Chief Architect level
• Ability to handle multiple complex proposals, with tight deadlines concurrently
• Demonstrate ability to write and present effective materials, including presentations, status reporting, technical diagrams and flowcharts
• Ability to collaborate with a team working across geographically dispersed locations

Applicants meeting the above requirements may send CV to: Lmalatjie@datacentrix.co.za