Infrastructure Architect

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Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Job Description:

• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture
• Strong knowledge of networking, virtualization, storage, and cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Design and implement enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Develop and maintain infrastructure architecture blueprints and documentation
• Evaluate current systems and identify areas for improvement or modernization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business and application needs
• Lead infrastructure projects from concept to deployment, ensuring performance, scalability, and security
• Define standards and best practices for infrastructure design, configuration, and maintenance
• Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning
• Ensure compliance with security policies, data protection regulations, and disaster recovery protocols
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend adoption where beneficialPrimary Skills :Server Architecture: Deep understanding of server types, configurations, and roles within enterprise environments
• Networking: Proficiency in designing and managing LAN, WAN, VPNs, and cloud-based networks
• Storage Solutions: Experience with SAN, NAS, and cloud storage technologies
• Virtualization: Skills in managing virtual machines and containers using platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, or Docker
• Operating Systems: Expertise in Windows Server, Linux, and Unix environments
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform; understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models
• Automation & Orchestration: Familiarity with tools like Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell to automate infrastructure deployment and management

Behavioural Competencies

• Proven experience of delivering process efficiencies and improvements
• Clear and fluent English (both verbal and written)
• Ability to build and maintain efficient working relationships with remote teams
• Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and accountability for relevant products and services
• Ability to plan, prioritize and complete your own work, whilst remaining a team player
• Willingness to engage with and work in other technologies