455 Cloud Architect jobs in Kenya

• Designing and documenting high-level software architecture and technical strategies.
• Selecting appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for software development.
• Ensuring architectural solutions are scalable, secure, and performant.
• Leading the integration of AI and Machine Learning models into existing and new applications.
• Collaborating with product managers and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Establishing and enforcing coding standards, design principles, and best practices.
• Evaluating and recommending new technologies and methodologies.
• Conducting architectural reviews and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues and providing solutions.
• Overseeing the development of robust cloud-native applications and services.

• Design and architect enterprise-grade cloud solutions on AWS.
• Develop cloud migration strategies and execution plans.
• Define and enforce cloud architecture best practices and standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS services and technologies.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Ensure security, compliance, and cost optimization of cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical discipline.
• 10+ years of IT experience, with 5+ years in AWS cloud architecture.
• Advanced AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional).
• Deep understanding of AWS services across compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Proven experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and influence technical decisions in a remote environment.

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions on AWS, adhering to best practices for security, reliability, and cost optimization.
• Lead the architectural vision for cloud adoption and transformation initiatives, guiding development teams in their cloud journey.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective cloud architectures.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive cloud architecture documentation, including diagrams, runbooks, and configuration guidelines.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS services and technologies to enhance our cloud platform and drive innovation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior cloud engineers and architects.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and implement automation strategies for cloud provisioning, configuration management, and deployment pipelines (CI/CD).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements within the cloud environment.
• Conduct regular architectural reviews and performance assessments of existing cloud solutions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and software development, with at least 5 years focused on designing and implementing cloud solutions.
• Extensive, hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda, EKS, etc.).
• Proven experience in architecting enterprise-level cloud solutions, including microservices, serverless computing, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and data storage solutions in the cloud.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional) are highly desirable.
• This is a fully remote position based out of Meru, Meru, KE . We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a remote-first environment, demonstrating strong self-management and proactive communication skills.

Job Description – Azure Cloud Architect

Responsibilities

• Design, document and implementation of Azure cloud solutions, following industry best practices.
• Perform discovery of existing customer solutions, including private cloud and Azure platforms.
• Maintain strong security standards and practices for developing solutions.
• Technical pre-sales engagement with customers including leading workshops and discussions.
• Acting as the customers trusted advisor for a solution.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, operations, engineering, project management) through the lifecycle of a customer project and into support.
• Reporting and optimisation of M365 license utilisation
• Mentoring engineering teams including working with teams from delivery into support.
• Ability to translate technical concepts relating to Azure solutions, delivery management and service management so they are understood by all (technical and no-technical parties).
• Demonstrable ability to make and guide effective decisions, explaining clearly how the decision has been reached, including the ability to resolve technical disputes across varying levels of complexity and risk.
• A practical understanding of architectural models and of delivery methodologies and ways of working.
• Keeps up-to-date with emerging technologies.
• Helping to develop blueprints for designs.

Requirements

• At least 2 years experience in a architecture role.
• At least 2 years experience working on Microsoft Azure.
• Deep knowledge of Azure services including Virtual machines, app services, storage, networking, databases and security.
• Experience with Azure native backup solutions.
• Experience with High Availability & DR designs and documentation.
• Broad knowledge of the wider Azure service offerings.
• Understanding of IaC principles, experience in Terraform or Bicep would be advantageous.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-moving, dynamic environment and take ownership of projects.
• Strong time management and reporting skills.
• Mature documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead projects as the technical resource and work as both an individual on smaller/time critical items, and as a team member on larger projects.

Nice to Have

• Experience of Azure CLI/Powershell/Scripting.
• Experience of developing Power BI reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel
• Experience with Networking products such as FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco
• Experience with Backup/Restore (Veeam)

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• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive cloud architecture solutions on AWS and Azure platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead the technical strategy for cloud adoption, migration, and modernization initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to development and operations teams on cloud best practices, security standards, and performance optimization.
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure documentation, including architecture diagrams, deployment guides, and operational runbooks.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance our cloud capabilities.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud environments, adhering to industry regulations and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical cloud solutions.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and management of cloud resources.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives for cloud services, identifying opportunities for savings without compromising performance or reliability.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, and champion their adoption where appropriate.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and solutions design.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, including a deep understanding of their core services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Azure SQL Database, VNet).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts, security principles, and identity and access management in cloud environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment and collaborate effectively with global teams.

• Design and architect comprehensive cloud solutions leveraging Azure, AWS, and potentially other cloud platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural direction to development and operations teams.
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture best practices, standards, and guidelines.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies to enhance our client's cloud capabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to understand business requirements and translate them into effective cloud solutions.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure, ensuring adherence to architectural blueprints.
• Oversee cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architectures and solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the remote team.
• Contribute to cost optimization strategies for cloud services.
• Stay current with the latest cloud technologies, industry trends, and emerging best practices.
• Ensure solutions are compliant with relevant regulations and standards.
• Participate in the review of technical designs and implementations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and solutions architecture, with a significant focus on cloud computing (Azure and AWS are essential).
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex, high-availability cloud solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, databases, security, and serverless technologies on Azure and AWS.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage projects and initiatives in a fully remote, collaborative setting.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar are highly desirable.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Define and document the overall software architecture, including cloud infrastructure, microservices, APIs, and data platforms.
• Design and oversee the implementation of AI/ML models and pipelines within cloud environments.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, security, and reliability of architectural solutions.
• Lead technical design discussions and provide architectural guidance to development teams.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for various project needs.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to translate business requirements into technical designs.
• Develop architectural standards, best practices, and patterns for cloud and AI development.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to engineering staff.
• Stay at the forefront of cloud computing, AI/ML advancements, and software architecture trends.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to the architecture.

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture role.
• Extensive experience designing and deploying applications on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven expertise in AI/ML concepts, frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and deployment strategies.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent knowledge of software development best practices, design patterns, and data structures.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and influence architectural decisions in a remote setting.
• Experience with big data technologies is a plus.
• This is a fully remote position supporting technology development for the region around Mlolongo, Machakos, KE , requiring a high degree of autonomy and excellent collaboration skills.

• Design and architect complex cloud solutions on AWS, encompassing compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
• Lead the implementation of cloud infrastructure, leveraging services such as EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, ECS, and EKS.
• Develop and enforce best practices for cloud security, compliance, and governance.
• Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software deployment and management.
• Optimize cloud environments for performance, scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure application architectures are cloud-native and optimized.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior cloud engineers.
• Stay current with emerging AWS services and industry trends, evaluating their potential adoption.
• Develop comprehensive documentation for cloud architectures and operational procedures.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand their requirements and propose effective cloud strategies.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and solutions design, primarily on AWS.
• Deep expertise in AWS services across multiple domains (compute, storage, database, networking, security, serverless).
• Proven experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD best practices.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and database technologies in a cloud context.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional) are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and architectural design skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills for a remote team environment.