Cloud Strategy Architect - Enterprise Cloud Transformation

Our client is a global family-owned industrial company headquartered in Germany, operating internationally across multiple markets. The organization is currently developing its global IT operating model and accelerating its digital transformation, including the evolution of its cloud landscape.

• Several years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, or Cloud Transformation roles.
• Strong experience designing and shaping cloud strategies and roadmaps.
• Hands-on understanding of cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, identity, security, compute, and storage.
• Experience defining cloud governance models, standards, and architectural guidelines.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with technical and business stakeholders.
• Ability to influence decisions and provide architectural recommendations.
• Fluent English.

Nice to have:

• Experience with AWS or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with Enterprise Architecture frameworks or tools such as LeanIX.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code concepts and automation approaches.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or global enterprise environments.
• Relevant cloud certifications (Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar).

• Develop and maintain the enterprise cloud strategy and roadmap.
• Define cloud architecture principles, standards, and best practices.
• Assess the current cloud landscape and identify opportunities for improvement and modernization.
• Create target architectures and technology recommendations aligned with business and IT objectives.
• Provide architectural guidance across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Support the transition from traditional on-premises environments toward modern cloud solutions.
• Establish cloud governance frameworks covering security, scalability, cost optimization, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cloud engineers and infrastructure teams to ensure architectural alignment.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend strategic improvements.
• Support technology decision-making together with IT leadership and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to enterprise architecture documentation and maintain architectural visibility.