Cloud Infrastructure Architect - Client Advisory

About the role

We are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Architect to join Avaloq’s Client Advisory team. The role supports commercial activities and designs innovative, secure cloud solutions for enterprise clients in the financial services sector.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales, Key Account Managers, Solution Consultants and Solution Managers to qualify opportunities and define technical sales strategies.
• Analyse client business and technical requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, compliant cloud architectures.
• Design end‑to‑end infrastructure solutions covering compute, network, storage, security, backup and disaster recovery.
• Contribute to RFP/RFI responses, technical proposals, effort estimation, sizing and costing.
• Participate in technical workshops, client presentations and ensure alignment with delivery, security and compliance teams.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure or solution architecture, preferably in banking, financial services or insurance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Proven ability to produce high‑quality technical documentation and executive‑level presentations.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (OCI preferred, AWS or Azure).
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Networking, security, IAM, backup and disaster‑recovery concepts.
• Kubernetes and container orchestration (bonus).
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 or DORA.

What we offer

• Hybrid and flexible working model to support work‑life balance.
• Inclusive, diverse culture that values authentic self‑expression.
• Opportunities to work with leading financial institutions worldwide.