cloud architect — information technology (IT)

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Work setting

• Information technology (IT) service provider

Tasks

• Collect and document user's requirements
• Coordinate the development, installation, integration and operation of computer-based systems
• Define system functionality
• Develop flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify solutions
• Develop process and network models to optimize architecture
• Develop software solutions by studying systems flow, data usage and work processes
• Evaluate the performance and reliability of system designs
• Evaluate user feedback
• Execute full lifecycle software development
• Plan every step of the integration of a computer-based system
• Prepare plan to maintain software
• Research technical information to design, develop and test computer-based systems
• Synthesize technical information for every phase of the cycle of a computer-based system
• Upgrade and maintain software
• Lead and co-ordinate teams of information systems professionals in the development of software and integrated information systems, process control software and other embedded software control systems
• JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)
• Robotic process automation
• Usability testing
• Operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cisco certified network associate
• Microsoft Dynamics Certification
• Microsoft SQL Certification
• Microsoft certified IT professional (MCITP)
• Microsoft certified professional (MCP)
• Microsoft certified solutions associate (MCSA)
• Microsoft certified technology specialist (MCTS)
• Red Hat certified engineer (RHCE)
• VMware certified professional
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• A+ Certification

Computer and technology knowledge

• Cloud
• Development and operations (DevOps)
• Shell script
• Virtualization
• Linux
• Servers
• Database software
• Programming languages
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Python
• Ansible
• Apache Tomcat
• MS Active Directory
• MS Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
• Performance testing
• Ubuntu
• Vi IMproved (VIM)
• MS SQL Server

Area of work experience

• Project implementation
• Design
• Quality assurance or control

Area of specialization

• System integration
• Cybersecurity
• Technical support
• Networks

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dedication
• Analytical
• Proactive
• Quick learner

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits