Cloud Solutions Architect

SUMMARY:
Cloud Solutions Architect to be based in Gauteng or Cape Town R1.24M pa, CTC).

POSITION INFO:

Our client, a leading digital transformation solutions company is seeking to URGENTLY appoint dynamic and highly competent Cloud Solutions Architect to be based in Gauteng or Cape Town R1.24M pa, CTC).   

 MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

• Establish practice-wide strategy to develop core competencies around technologies.
• Solid understanding of all Cloud technologies and the design of public cloud, hybrid cloud & private cloud infrastructure.
• High level experience across all virtualization technologies with a focus on VMware & Hyper-V. Others will be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of high availability / DR, backup and archiving services within datacenters and on site.
• Solid understanding of the South African business segments.
• High level experience across Microsoft technologies including Azure, Cloud, Communications, Messaging, Systems Management and/or Collaboration. Other Cloud technologies are advantageous.
• Customer focused and strong relationship building.
• Committed to advance knowledge across new technologies.
• Team player and Teamwork     

MINIMUM KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in solution design and solution architecture.
• Solid understanding of how architectural designs relate to large project objectives and business requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant IT/ equivalent qualifications.
• 5+ years’ experience in Solutions to Enterprise customers.
• 10+ years of IT experience across all disciplines in infrastructure technology solutions.
• 7+ years of experience developing architectural solutions and strategies across multiple domains across all disciplines.
• 5+ years of experience developing architectural solutions and strategies for emerging
• markets.
• Public Cloud Certifications advantageous.
• Exceptional team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to delegate efficiently.
• Extensive industry knowledge with an eye towards the future.
• Diplomacy And Patience
• People Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Listening
• The Ability to Set And Execute the Vision of the Company
• Proven comprehension of cross-functional domains and the ability to design and present integrated solutions within our customer environments.
• Ability to interface with C-level customers, partners and peers at a strategic and technical level.
• Demonstrate creative problem-solving and decision-making to solve complicated business problems.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, presentation and customer service skills.
• Able to align and articulate capabilities as they relate to business priorities and goals.    

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: 

• Establish and own the Company solutions roadmap for all technologies.
• Provide technical presales support to assist in developing the sales pipeline.
• Drive strategic plans into execution; manage solutions through design, development and work with the Account Managers to close opportunities.
• Through individual efforts and in partnership with the sales team, target new clients and consult with clients to plan and design complex solutions.
• Recommend architectural features and enhancements.
• Represent Company at industry events and work with Marketing division to secure opportunities for public speaking and articles to evangelize Company solutions.
• Provide oversight and input of group work plans.
• Responsible for all architectural design aspects of large or complex projects.
• Ensure project deliverables are met on time and on budget.
• Act as a technical authority on technologies and provide support for problem resolution and technical direction.      

Apply NOW by forwarding your CV, Cover letter + Current and Expected CTC Salary Package details to <--------Please upload your CV here--------

 PLEASE NOTE:

• Willingness to relocate nationally.
• The closing date for applications is Friday, 12th November 2021. 
• Should you not receive our relayed invitation for an interview with the client within two weeks of the closing date, please accept your application as having been unsuccessful.
• The client reserves the right  to make an appointment in alignment with their EE Plan.
• The client reserves the right not to make an appointment.       

PLEASE FORWARD THIS OPPORTUNITY TO A FRIEND, SHOULD IT NOT BE IN LINE WITH YOUR CAREER ASPIRATIONS. 

Jean E. Louw | Executive Partner Director | Cell: +----- | Career-seekers Recruitment Solutions | http://www.------ | Level 1 BB-BBE Contributor | Company Registration Number:  2006 /----- /23

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