Public Cloud Architect – Azure, Terraform

HumanIT Digital Consulting

. Define how the group builds in the cloud through reference architectures, standards and design decisions used by business units worldwide .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeLisbon • PortugalSeniorLead💰 €2,500 - €3,200 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Microsoft Azure and enterprise-scale cloud architecture, with a strong focus on designing secure and resilient platforms. Proficient in Infrastructure as Code practices and capable of producing clear architecture deliverables while collaborating effectively across teams.

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Microsoft Azure ExpertiseEnterprise-Scale Cloud ArchitectureInfrastructure as Code (Terraform)Cloud Infrastructure ServicesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cloud InfrastructurePlatform EngineeringSolution ArchitectureAzure FoundationsNetworking SecurityDisaster RecoveryCloud-Native ArchitecturesCI/CD WorkflowsKubernetesAPIs

Soft Skills

CollaborativeConstructively CriticalInfluencing Without Authority

Tools & Technologies

GitHubAzure PolicyRBACLoad BalancersVirtual NetworksSD-WAN

Industry Keywords

IaaSPaaSSaaSCloud GovernanceCybersecurity Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSKubernetesTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define how the group builds in the cloud through reference architectures, standards and design decisions used by business units worldwide
Design and govern enterprise-scale Azure platforms and products enabling business entities worldwide to build applications in a self-service model
Own and document architecture decisions, trade-offs and exceptions within Public Cloud domains
Lead architecture reviews of designs proposed by peers and engineering teams, identify risks and ensure alignment with security, operational and governance standards
Participate in strategic technical studies, including RFPs and opportunity studies, and assess emerging cloud technologies
Collaborate in a squad with Cloud Engineering, Cloud Operations, Cybersecurity, Identity and Network teams through continuous peer reviews
Report to the Public Cloud Head of Product Architecture
Occasional travel to France or abroad may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, solution architecture or enterprise architecture, with significant cloud design experience
Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and enterprise-scale cloud architecture (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Solid command of Azure foundations: Landing Zones (including Data Landing Zones), subscription strategy, resource organisation, RBAC, Azure Policy, Identity & Access Management
Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure services: DNS, Load Balancers, Virtual Networks, SD-WAN
Experience designing secure, resilient and governed platforms, covering networking, security, observability, high availability and disaster recovery
Ability to read, review and challenge Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and automation, and comfort working in GitHub repositories and CI/CD workflows
Knowledge of cloud-native architectures: containers, Kubernetes, APIs, data platforms and modern integration patterns
Good understanding of cybersecurity principles applied to enterprise cloud
Proven ability to produce clear architecture deliverables: standards, roadmaps, decision records and recommendations
Strong communication skills, including the ability to present, defend and compare solutions on cost/benefit, and to influence teams without hierarchical authority
Collaborative and constructively critical
English: fluent professional level, written and spoken (minimum B2)
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

15th month salary
Health insurance covering your family
Birthday off
Mobility program for digital nomads
Real work-life balance