Cloud Architect

We’re looking for the special, unique and amazing YOU! @ KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do: dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work. At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome! We are looking for an Amazing:  Cloud Architect Seniority: Senior (5+ years) Type of position:  Hybrid from Oporto! Candidates must be in Portugal already The amazing you, will have: - More than 2 years of experience on IT architecture definition, experience 2+ years as a systems engineer and/or implementing infrastructure-based solutions (compute, virtualization, cloud, storage, networking, databases); - Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of cloud architecture and core infrastructure technology design, driving adoption solutions and implementation; - Develop solutions architecture and evaluate architectural alternatives for private, public and hybrid cloud models, including IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud services; - Demonstrate understanding and knowledge in container technology and DevOps tool chains and processes (e.g., Docker, Gitlab, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible); - Define optimal design patterns and solutions for high availability and disaster recovery for application; - Problem solving mindset, leveraging internal or external resources when needed and for what is right for the business, formulating the best solutions and always risk assessing the various implementation options; - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable terms; - Demonstrate leadership ability to back decisions with research and the “why,” and articulate several options and a recommendation; - Professional English Level Why should you become part of our family? - You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term - Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity - Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster - International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work - Type of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects):- In hybrid System: Is important to balance work with socialization, that´s why a hybrid system works for us and for you - Full Remote projects: If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your home - Full Onsite projects: if you prefer the company of your colleagues! - Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote! Who are we? Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the top 10 big companies in the “Excellence Index”, an initiative which aims to reward the organizations that invest the most in the development