Cloud Consultant Role
Organisations seeking innovative tech solutions are looking for experienced professionals to lead their cloud consulting practices. This contract-based role focuses on delivering expert cloud architecture and advisory services, leveraging Microsoft Azure technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement comprehensive cloud solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure, and resilient architectures.
2. Provide strategic consulting to clients on cloud adoption, migration, and optimisation initiatives, aligning with business objectives.
3. Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, define cloud roadmaps, and deliver compelling presentations that showcase the value of cloud technologies.
4. Mentor and guide consultants and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team.
5. Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions that meet client needs.
Requirements:
* Extensive experience in architecting and delivering cloud solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
* Strong understanding of cloud computing fundamentals, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, networking, security, and governance principles.
* Ability to translate complex business requirements into effective cloud architectures that drive business outcomes.
* Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Bicep) and CI/CD pipelines, solid understanding of DevOps/Platform Engineering concepts and processes.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and manage senior client stakeholders.
* Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.