Cloud Architect

Job Title:      Cloud Architect

Job Description:

LCH SA IT is looking for an Cloud Architect profile to contribute to the cloud strategy and roadmap.

The Cloud Architect designs and implements information systems to support the LCH SA enterprise infrastructure. He ensures that all systems are working at optimal levels and supports the development of new technologies and system requirements.

He is responsible to look into the implementation and transition to an operational service. He takes care of complete detail analysis of architecture design and security standards.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the Cloud Architect revolve around performing research and assessments to identify company needs, evaluate existing systems to determine their strengths and weaknesses, and present recommendations to senior management. Furthermore, the Cloud Architect must spearhead the integration and innovation of systems and technologies, all while adhering to the company's policies and regulations.

To accomplish his core duty of designing and implementing complex computer systems, Cloud Architect is responsible for many tasks:

Analyse System Requirements

The Cloud Architect analyses existing systems to ensure they offer adequate security and are effectively meeting the needs of the organization. He coordinates with all areas of the organization to see that the system is working as optimally as it should. He also analyses business requirements to identify where he can integrate new cloud solutions.

He analyses system requirements and defines system architecture that will meet business needs, including server infrastructure, capacity planning, storage requirements, and networking protocols. He ensures that architecture project roll-outs meet security standards and be effectively integrated with current applications.

Recommend Alternative Technologies and Improvements

Based on his knowledge of IT and his analysis of the systems’ needs, the Cloud Architect may recommend alternative technologies or improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals. These recommendations are presented clearly and understandably to senior management.

Lead Design and Review of New Systems

The Cloud Architect leads the design and reviews processes for new systems. He develops and documents the proposed technical design for the integration and implementation of any new software, working across the IT department.

Evaluate Projects

After a new system has been integrated, the Cloud Architect participates in evaluating the success of the project, identifying best practices and lessons learned. He provides feedback to leadership and incorporates this information into future integration plans.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong leader and communicator
• Good at solving problems and thinking creativity
• Project management experience
• Experience cloud technologies and building enterprise architecture roadmaps
• Experience designing, integrating and managing complex infrastructure solutions
• Experience planning and developing support processes and adhering to best practices
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies
• Desire to inspire change and foster the future for technology
• Having a balanced approach to stakeholder engagement with practical problem-solving abilities
• Experience and understanding of architecture processes and practices, consultancy, and delivery methodologies
• Insights on design and operation of cloud technologies and associated practices
• Effective communication skills verbally and in writing in French and in English (English is required)
• Strong IT background (Operating System, Databases, Script languages, Automation, Network, Cloud, Middleware, Hardware, Virtualization, Storage  etc.)
• Good knowledge of reading / writing System Architecture Documents
• Team spirit

Reporting:  Director IT Organisation LCH SA

Qualifications & Experience:

• 8-10+ years of Technical Architecture experience with gradually increasing responsibilities
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in any IT-related discipline
• Demonstrated ability in people management, strategic planning, risk management, change management, project management
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in complex architecture transformation
• Experience working with quality management approaches, techniques, and principles to ensure quality
• Full understanding of software development lifecycle best practices
• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project
• Knowledge of information security management frameworks (such as ISO/IEC 2700x, NIST)
• Cloud Providers knowledge (AWS, Google, MCSE - Microsoft Certified System Engineer,…), certification are a plus

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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