AWS Solutions Architect (Consulting-Focused)
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Experience Required:
4-5years
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
CloudPlexo helps businesses unlock the power of the cloud. As an advanced AWS partner we leverage cloud-native strategies to enable business agility flexibility scalability and data security. We specialize in cloud migration and optimization cloud security data analytics AI and DevOps as a service. CloudPlexo ensures that businesses globally achieve their IT and business objectives through digital transformation.
Role Description
This is a full-time hybrid role for an AWS Solutions Architect based in Nairobi Kenya. This role is well suited for a hands-on cloud consultant who enjoys working closely with clients translating business requirements into practical AWS solutions and delivering projects end-to-end.
You will play a key role in shaping cloud architectures guiding customers through design and implementation decisions and ensuring solutions are secure scalable and cost-effective. Working closely with customers engineers and leadership you will help deliver high-impact cloud solutions that address real business challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement secure scalable and cost-optimized AWS architectures for client environments
Act as a trusted technical advisor participating in discovery sessions solution walkthroughs and architecture reviews
Translate business and operational requirements into clear technical designs and implementation plans
Lead or support cloud migration modernization and optimization initiatives
Perform hands-on implementation across AWS compute storage networking security and monitoring services
Support integration of AWS solutions with existing systems and third-party platforms
Produce high-quality technical documentation architecture diagrams and client-facing deliverables
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a delivery-focused consulting environment
Requirements
- 47 years of relevant professional experience with at least 2 years of hands-on AWS experience in client-facing or consulting roles
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field or equivalent practical experience
Strong experience in AWS solution architecture and system integration
Practical hands-on knowledge of core AWS services and cloud-native design principles
Proven experience working in consulting or customer-facing roles (discovery delivery or post-implementation support)
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Solid understanding of cost-aware cloud design and architectural trade-offs
Experience with software development scripting or automation (e.g. Python Terraform CloudFormation)
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small high-performing team
Strong problem-solving skills with a high sense of ownership and accountability
Experience supporting digital transformation or cloud migration initiatives
Exposure to DevOps practices CI/CD pipelines or infrastructure as code
AWS certifications (Associate or Professional)
Benefits
Growth-minded environment
Learning budgets mentorship and dedicated time for continuous professional development.Health comes first
Comprehensive medical dental and mental wellness coverage from day one.Global team
Work with colleagues across time zones supported by strong async communication and regular shared activities.Support beyond work
A people-first culture that recognizes life happensoffering flexibility empathy and support beyond formal policies.
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Business Administration or a related field 35 years of experience in project management preferably within a technology cloud or consulting environment Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects in parallel within a fast-paced client-facing setting Strong understanding of project management methodologies tools and best practices Excellent communication stakeholder management and leadership skills Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and distributed teams across time zones Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira Asana Microsoft Project or similar platforms PMP or other recognized project management certification is an added advantage Nice to Have Experience delivering cloud migration infrastructure modernization or digital transformation projects Familiarity with public cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) Background in consulting or professional services environments
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Organizational Management
- Presentation Skills
- Agile
- SAFe
- AWS
- Solution Architecture
- Conflict Management
- Data Management
- Scrum
- Team Management
- Pre-sales
- Management Consulting
