Senior Cloud Architect

Tech stack: • Cloud platforms: Azure, AWS • IaC: Terraform / ARM / Bicep • CI/CD: Azure DevOps • Containers & orchestration: Kubernetes (AKS / EKS) • Scripting & programming: PowerShell, Bash, Python, C# • Monitoring: Azure Monitor, AWS CloudWatch • Networking: VNETs, VPN, Firewalls, Load Balancers, DNS Requirements: • Deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (Azure or AWS) • Strong understanding of compute, storage, networking, identity, and security • Professional-level experience with Infrastructure as Code • Proven ability to design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures • Experience in pipeline design and automation (Azure DevOps or similar) • Strong knowledge of cloud networking (routing, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers) • Hands-on experience with cloud-native monitoring • Solid background in container-based architectures and Kubernetes • Strong automation and scripting skills • Awareness of cloud cost management and FinOps principles • Ability to work independently and drive initiatives end to end • Excellent communication skills and strong team mindset • Fluent English (German, Dutch, or French is a plus) Nice to have: • Multi-cloud experience (Azure & AWS) • Experience in European infrastructure environments • Knowledge of security-by-design and compliance standards • Previous work in platform or cloud enablement teams • Experienced in using AI tools in day-to-day workflow Project description: You will join the Cloud Platform & IT-Security team responsible for developing and maintaining the cloud environment supporting European charging infrastructure operations. You will work within a skilled internal engineering team, contributing to modern, secure, and scalable cloud solutions that power large-scale, mission-critical systems. Main responsibilities: • Participate in solution design, architecture discussions, and code reviews • Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure and platform services • Work with Azure DevOps to manage repositories, branching strategies, pipelines, and work items • Collaborate closely with functional consultants and internal stakeholders • Translate business and technical requirements into clean, scalable solutions • Break down work into deliverables and provide accurate time estimates • Drive optimization and automation initiatives to completion