Svitla Systems is a global trusted IT solutions company headquartered in California, with business and development offices throughout the US, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Svitla is an outspoken advocate of workplace flexibility, an individual approach to our teammates’ professional and personal growth, and a family-like environment. Since 2003 we have served a wide range of customers, from innovative start-ups in California to large corporations like Ingenico, Invenco, and Ancestry. At Svitla, developers work with clients directly, building lasting and successful partnerships. Our global mission is to build a business that contributes to the well-being of other communities and makes a lasting difference in the world. Join us!
The Opportunity:
Svitla Systems Inc. is looking for a Cloud Architect for a full-time position (40 hours per week) in Colombia. Our client is a global multinational professional services company originating in the United States and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, that specializes in information technology (IT) services and management consulting. They deliver IT services, including system integration and application development, offer business process outsourcing and managed services, provide digital transformation in manufacturing and engineering, and enhance customer experiences through creative and marketing services. The company provides services in over 120 countries to clients in various industries, including communications, media and technology, financial services, health and public service, consumer products, and resources.
This role will focus on creating requirements for modernizing the Learning Management System (LMS). The team plans to revamp the LMS/LCMS/Course Player over the next 2 years, and you will help shape the vision for these systems.
Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience in architecture for large-scale enterprise solutions, working with IT operations, infrastructure architecture, or cloud computing.
- At least 3 years of experience with cloud architecture, specifically in Azure, with an understanding of conceptualizing ideas, evaluating options, presenting solutions, and implementing the selected approach.
- Hands-on experience with Azure regarding configuration, sizing, performance, etc. (cloud certifications are highly desirable).
- Understanding of architecting hosting infrastructure, including Enterprise networking, servers, firewalls, load balancers, IP connectivity, and SAN Storage.
- Solid knowledge of PaaS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Serverless.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to write and defend technical business proposals.
- Self-reliant individual who can take initiative to get things done without relying on others for minimal guidance.
- A mindset of continuous innovation, continuous learning, and improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Be available during AMS business hours (for example, 8 AM – 5 PM EST).
Responsibilities:
- Ensure architectures meet security and compliance standards, including identity management, encryption, and data protection.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
- Act in a consultative role for the IT datacenter and cloud team, working directly with client markets and technical counterparts to identify specific requirements and design custom solutions within the IT service offering portfolio to meet functional requirements.
- Drive platform innovation and exploit automation.
- Conduct upgrades, improvement initiatives, and innovation proposals for the IT platforms area.
- Coordinate the delivery of the designed and purchased solution to the client markets, ensuring that those meet Digital Asset Hosting standards and transition the solution to the sustain and operational teams.
- Support the client markets in designing solutions from IT suppliers in a managed competition environment, following the latest technology trends and the RFQ/RFP process in the best interest of the company.
- Define operational requirements and gaps for new and existing solutions.
- Collaborate with project management in the infrastructure area and the suppliers, as IT teams, to eliminate root causes/escalations.
We offer
- US and EU projects based on advanced technologies.
- Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
- Annual performance appraisals.
- Remote-friendly culture and no micromanagement.
- Bonuses for article writing, public talks, other activities.
- 15 vacation days, 10 national holidays, sick leaves.
- Personalized learning program tailored to your interests and skill development.
- Free webinars, meetups and conferences organized by Svitla.
- Fun corporate celebrations and activities.
- Awesome team, friendly and supportive community!
About Svitla
Svitla Systems is a global digital solutions company headquartered in California, with business and development offices throughout the US, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Svitla is an outspoken advocate of workplace flexibility, best known for its well-established remote culture, individual approach to our teammate’s professional and personal growth, and trustworthy environment.
Since 2003, Svitla has served a wide range of clients, from innovative start-ups in California to mega-large corporations such as Ingenico, Amplience, InvoiceASAP and Global Citizen. At Svitla, developers work with clients’ teams directly, building lasting and successful partnerships, as a result of seamless integration with on-site processes.
Svitla Systems’ global mission is to build a business that contributes to the well-being of our partners, personnel and their families, improves our communities, and makes a lasting difference in the world. Join us!
