Senior Cloud Architect
Hybrid
Brussels, Belgium
Freelance
05-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Senior Cloud Architect
Location: European Commission, Brussels
Contract Type: Freelance
Target Start Date: February-March 2025
The European Commission is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud-based solutions across its operations. This high-impact role will focus on developing secure, scalable, and efficient cloud infrastructures that align with the Commission’s strategic objectives and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement cloud architectures tailored to the European Commission's needs, focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
Develop and enforce cloud governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with EU regulations and standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workloads, enhance cloud efficiency, and implement best practices.
Drive innovation by identifying and integrating emerging cloud technologies.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to teams involved in cloud migration and management.
Monitor cloud environments to ensure performance, reliability, and security.
Key Requirements:
At least 7 years of experience in cloud architecture and solution design.
Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud environments.
Strong understanding of cloud security, data governance, and EU compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR).
Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale cloud migration or transformation projects.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills in English; knowledge of other EU languages is an asset.
Why Join?
Collaborate with diverse, multidisciplinary teams in a multicultural environment.
Be part of cutting-edge cloud innovation projects with the European Commission.
Shape the future of digital transformation in Europe.
If you are a forward-thinking cloud architect with a passion for innovation, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to make an impact.
About the Company
Indra (www.indracompany.com) is one of the leading global defence, aerospace and technology companies, and a world leader in digital transformation and information technologies in Spain and Latin America through its subsidiary, Minsait. Its business model is based on a comprehensive range of proprietary products, with high-value approach and a significant innovative component, making it the technological partner for the digitalization and key operations of its clients around the world. Sustainability forms part of its strate... Know more
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