We are recruiting on behalf of our respected client a Cloud Architect (m/w/d) to design and guide sustainable cloud environments with long-term impact. This position focuses on building resilient infrastructures that support critical business processes and enable secure digital transformation.

The role requires technical depth, structured thinking, and the ability to translate complex requirements into stable architectural solutions.

Your Responsibilities as a Cloud Architect (m/w/d)

As a Cloud Architect (m/w/d), you take ownership of the overall cloud architecture and ensure that all components align with strategic objectives. You evaluate existing systems, define target architectures, and oversee implementation in close coordination with development and operations teams.

You design scalable and secure cloud architectures based on established best practices. You assess current infrastructures and develop structured migration strategies. You define governance standards to ensure compliance, security, and cost transparency. You collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical blueprints.

You review system performance and introduce improvements where necessary. You document architectural decisions and maintain clear technical guidelines. You support project teams during implementation and provide architectural oversight. You evaluate new cloud technologies and assess their suitability for the existing landscape.

In this role, you balance innovation with operational reliability. You act as a technical authority while remaining accessible for interdisciplinary exchange.

Your Benefits with Us

You receive an attractive compensation package that reflects your expertise and level of responsibility. You benefit from holiday pay as an additional financial component beyond your regular income. You are entitled to Christmas pay to acknowledge your contribution throughout the year.

You may receive additional allowances depending on the specific project framework. You can take advantage of voluntary capital-forming benefits to support your long-term financial planning.

You gain access to discounts for cinema visits, fitness studios, and selected streaming services. You are invited to company events such as a summer gathering or a Christmas celebration to strengthen team cohesion.

You have a high chance of permanent employment with the client company when long-term collaboration proves successful. You work in a positive environment that values professionalism, mutual respect, and a strong team culture.

You benefit from internal training and development opportunities to expand your technical and methodological skills.

Your Profile

For this position as Cloud Architect (m/w/d), we are looking for a professional with strong architectural experience and a structured approach to complex environments. You combine strategic thinking with operational understanding and communicate clearly across departments.

You have extensive experience in designing cloud infrastructures within enterprise environments. You possess strong knowledge of major cloud platforms and their architectural frameworks. You understand networking, security concepts, and identity management in distributed systems.

You are experienced in infrastructure automation and configuration management tools. You are able to evaluate cost structures and optimize resource allocation. You communicate technical concepts in a precise and understandable manner.

You work independently while remaining aligned with cross-functional teams. You document your work thoroughly and maintain high quality standards.

A methodical mindset and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively are essential. You remain composed under pressure and approach challenges analytically rather than reactively.

Your Daily Work as a Cloud Architect (m/w/d)

In your daily work as a Cloud Architect (m/w/d), you interact closely with development teams, security specialists, and decision-makers. You moderate technical discussions, clarify expectations, and ensure that architectural decisions are transparent and traceable.

You regularly review ongoing projects to confirm alignment with defined architectural principles. When deviations occur, you provide constructive guidance and practical alternatives that maintain system integrity without slowing progress.

You are expected to anticipate risks early and address them before they affect operations. This requires structured documentation, careful evaluation of dependencies, and clear communication with all involved parties.

As a Cloud Architect (m/w/d), you also contribute to long-term planning cycles by defining roadmaps and identifying modernization potential. Your expertise shapes sustainable infrastructures that remain adaptable to future requirements.

How to Apply as a Cloud Architect (m/w/d)

If you see yourself in this role and would like to contribute your expertise as a Cloud Architect (m/w/d), we look forward to reviewing your application documents.

Please submit your complete application through our official portal: https://jobs.expert-select.com (https://jobs.expert-select.com)

About Us

Expert Select GmbH is a nationwide staffing provider with long-standing experience in filling demanding specialist and leadership positions. We support applicants fairly, reliably, and respectfully throughout the entire recruitment process, from the first contact to the final decision.

Clear communication and timely feedback are central elements of our cooperation.

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