Job description
About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Lead Cloud Architect to drive the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in either AWS or Microsoft Azure who can lead architecture strategy, mentor teams, and align technology solutions with business goals.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design and implementation of cloud-native and hybrid architectures using AWS or AzureDefine and maintain architecture standards, best practices, and governance frameworksCollaborate with engineering, DevOps, security, and business stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutionsProvide technical leadership and mentorship to architects and development teamsEvaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and frameworksEnsure solutions meet security, compliance (e.g., GDPR), and performance requirementsDrive cloud migration strategies and modernization initiativesOversee cost optimization and cloud financial management (FinOps principles)Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on cloud strategyRequired Qualifications8+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 3+ years in cloud architectureProven expertise in either AWS or Microsoft Azure (certifications strongly preferred)Strong understanding of cloud architecture patterns (microservices, serverless, containerization)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation)Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelinesSolid understanding of security, networking, and identity management in cloud environmentsExperience leading technical teams and influencing stakeholdersFluent in English and Dutch or French Preferred QualificationsExperience with Kubernetes and container orchestrationFamiliarity with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environmentsKnowledge of data platforms, AI/ML services, or event-driven architecturesExperience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.) What We OfferCompetitive salary and benefits packageFlexible working arrangements (hybrid/remote)Opportunities for professional growth and certificationCollaborative and innovative work environmentExposure to large-scale, impactful cloud transformation projectsNice-to-Have Personal TraitsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsStrategic thinker with hands-on technical capabilityProblem-solver with a proactive mindsetAbility to balance big-picture vision with execution