AWS or Azure Cloud Architect (m/f)

Company Description

Arηs Group, Part of Accenture, specializes in the management of complex public sector IT projects, including systems integration, informatics and analytics, solution implementation and program management. Our team helps lead clients through digital and information systems design, bringing expertise in a variety of areas ranging from software development, data science and security management to machine learning, cloud, and mobile development.

Arηs Group was acquired by Accenture in July 2024.

Job Description

Join ARHS Group, part of Accenture (Advanced AWS and Gold Azure partner) as an AWS or Azure Cloud Architect (m/f) and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cloud solutions for our clients. If you're passionate about cloud architecture, have hands-on experience with AWS or Azure, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we’d love to meet you!

THE WORK:

As an AWS or Azure Cloud Architect, you will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and implementing robust cloud architectures that support business growth and operational efficiency for our clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Architecture & Design: Lead the architecture, design, and prototyping of information systems hosted in the cloud, focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
• Review & Audit: Audit and evaluate existing cloud architectures, challenging peers and proposing improvements where needed.
• Blueprint Creation: Develop reusable cloud architecture blueprints and building blocks to streamline future implementations.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive software architecture documentation to ensure clarity and consistency across teams.
• Collaboration: Participate in technical working groups, meetings with clients, and progress discussions to ensure alignment with business and technical goals.
• Cloud Center of Excellence: Contribute to our Cloud Center of Excellence, driving innovation and best practices within the team.
• Thought Leadership: Participate in knowledge-sharing activities such as blog posts, events, and internal workshops to keep the team and clients informed of the latest trends.
• Pre-Sales Support: Engage in Proof-of-Concepts (PoC) and support pre-sales activities, including writing commercial proposals.

Our roles require in-person time to encourage collaboration, learning, and relationship-building with clients, colleagues, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• A university degree in IT or a related field.
• At least 3+ years as a Cloud Architect, with hands-on experience in AWS or Azure.
• Strong understanding of major AWS or Azure services and architecture principles.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Familiarity with networking concepts (DNS, TCP/IP, HTTP) and building resilient, distributed systems.
• Proficiency in working with RESTful APIs, microservices, and web services.
• Knowledge of DBMS, application design, and application performance management is a plus.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work in multi-cultural teams and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent customer focus and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience with a strongly typed, object-oriented language.