Cloud Technology Sales and Solutions Architect – Consulting Department

Job Description
Main purpose of the job

The holder of this position will effectively help C-suite and program leaders transform their organizations and accelerate execution through emerging and disruptive technologies, innovative business models, retooled program operations and industry-driven solutions.

What you will do

Architect and design servers, network connectivity, and software configurations for cloud computing infrastructures and applications with a focus on DevOps principles. Deliver solutions for integration between Cloud and on-premises data centres;
Perform assessments and provide recommendations for migrating to the cloud. Develop the financial business case; supporting design and implementation of the cloud environment including landing zones;
Direct experience migrating applications from the enterprise to public cloud providers (e.g., AWS);
Keep in mind the client’s business needs and overall IT strategy when developing cloud solutions to deliver the best possible outcome for the client. Apply the AWS Well-Architectured framework to deliver consistent, standardized and best practice solutions;
Develop and document technical designs for integration and implementation of new and existing cloud applications and systems; and
Support the client facing teams to develop a comprehensive Point of View that will assist clients on their cloud transformation journey. Develop client proposals and contribute to RFx responses.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Analysis, or other related field
Must have technical / professional qualifications
Must have cloud associate level certification (e.g, AWS Solutions Architect).
5 – 7+ years of experience with planning, architecting, and implementing cloud environments
3 – 5 years of experience in client facing and technical sales roles
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of cloud technology, including Software as Service (SaaS), Platform as Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
Experience with monitoring the performance of systems
Experience working with agile methodologies
Experience in proposal writing

Additional Information
Behavioural competencies

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
Strong client delivery focus.
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
Focus on quality and risk.
Sound problem solving ability.

Technical Competencies

Delivery Excellence – Ability to plan and execute a project to deliver a superior client experience.
Knows the Business and Sector – Ability to comprehend how the client’s business works and keep up-to-date on industry/sector trends and leading practices.
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – Ability to identify and solve problems objectively using analysis, experience and judgment.
Financial Acumen – Ability to incorporate financial information when evaluating business opportunities and making recommendations.
Executive Presence – Ability to develop relationships, establish credibility with and instil confidence in clients.
Global Mindset – Ability to leverage cross-geography insights and practitioners to enhance client service delivery.
Business-Technology Acumen – Ability to articulate how technology enables and differentiates the business and communicate this effectively to clients.

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