AWS Solutions Architect (Consulting-Focused)

About US

CloudPlexo helps businesses unlock the power of the cloud. As an advanced AWS partner, CloudPlexo utilizes cloud-native strategies to ensure business agility, flexibility, scalability, and data security. Specializing in Cloud Migration & Optimization, Cloud Security, Data Analytics & AI, and DevOps as a Service, we support global businesses in achieving their IT and business objectives through digital transformation.

Job Description

CloudPlexo helps businesses unlock the power of the cloud. As an advanced AWS partner, we leverage cloud-native strategies to enable business agility, flexibility, scalability, and data security. We specialize in cloud migration and optimization, cloud security, data analytics, AI, and DevOps as a service. CloudPlexo ensures that businesses globally achieve their IT and business objectives through digital transformation.

Role Description

This is a full-time, hybrid role for an AWS Solutions Architect based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role is well suited for a hands-on cloud consultant who enjoys working closely with clients, translating business requirements into practical AWS solutions, and delivering projects end-to-end.

You will play a key role in shaping cloud architectures, guiding customers through design and implementation decisions, and ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and cost-effective. Working closely with customers, engineers, and leadership, you will help deliver high-impact cloud solutions that address real business challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-optimized AWS architectures for client environments
• Act as a trusted technical advisor, participating in discovery sessions, solution walkthroughs, and architecture reviews
• Translate business and operational requirements into clear technical designs and implementation plans
• Lead or support cloud migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives
• Perform hands-on implementation across AWS compute, storage, networking, security, and monitoring services
• Support integration of AWS solutions with existing systems and third-party platforms
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and client-facing deliverables
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a delivery-focused consulting environment

Requirements

• 4–7 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 2 years of hands-on AWS experience in client-facing or consulting roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong experience in AWS solution architecture and system integration
• Practical, hands-on knowledge of core AWS services and cloud-native design principles
• Proven experience working in consulting or customer-facing roles (discovery, delivery, or post-implementation support)
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Solid understanding of cost-aware cloud design and architectural trade-offs
• Experience with software development, scripting, or automation (e.g., Python, Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small, high-performing team
• Strong problem-solving skills with a high sense of ownership and accountability

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Nice to Have

• Experience supporting digital transformation or cloud migration initiatives
• Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or infrastructure as code
• AWS certifications (Associate or Professional)

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Benefits

• Growth-minded environment - Learning budgets, mentorship, and dedicated time for continuous professional development.
• Health comes first - Comprehensive medical, dental, and mental wellness coverage from day one.
• Global team - Work with colleagues across time zones, supported by strong async communication and regular shared activities.
• Support beyond work - A people-first culture that recognizes life happens—offering flexibility, empathy, and support beyond formal policies.

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