Cloud Architect

📍 Job Overview

• Job Title: Cloud Architect
• Company: EY
• Location: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
• Job Type: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
• Category: Web Technology - Cloud Architecture
• Date Posted: June 23, 2025
• Experience Level: 5-10 years

🚀 Role Summary

• Cloud Solution Architect: Assist organizations in defining cloud visions and strategies, design enterprise cloud architectures, and collaborate with clients to identify new cloud opportunities.
• Cloud Technology Challenges: Address complex cloud technology challenges, including cloud technology, process, people, and organization aspects.
• Strategic Cloud Architectures: Design enterprise cloud architectures, multi-cloud strategies, hybrid cloud solutions, sovereign cloud implementations, and cloud security architectures.
• Legacy Modernization: Advise on legacy system transformations, migration strategies, and modernizing IT landscapes to cloud-native architectures.
• Cloud Industry Research: Contribute to cloud industry research, lead cloud-focused initiatives, and participate in roundtable discussions about cloud technology.

💻 Primary Responsibilities

• Cloud Solution Architecture: Assist clients in defining cloud visions and strategies, and design enterprise cloud architectures tailored to their business objectives.
• Cloud Technology Challenges: Address complex cloud technology challenges, including cloud technology, process, people, and organization aspects, to deliver innovative cloud solutions.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and meet business objectives.
• Cloud Industry Research: Contribute to cloud industry research, lead cloud-focused initiatives, and participate in roundtable discussions about cloud technology.
• Cloud Technology Roadmaps: Develop and maintain cloud technology roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Cloud Security and Compliance: Ensure cloud security and compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Cloud Cost Optimization: Optimize cloud costs and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising security or performance.
• Cloud Team Leadership: Lead and mentor cloud team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Cloud Project Management: Manage cloud projects, including planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring project milestones are met and client expectations are exceeded.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education:

• Completed HBO/Master's degree

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in cloud technologies and solution architecture, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or senior advisory role

Required Skills:

• Deep knowledge of major cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Oracle Cloud)
• Experience in cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, serverless computing, and Infrastructure as Code
• Proven track record in designing enterprise cloud architectures, including multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies
• Strong background in legacy modernization, migration strategies, and modernizing IT landscapes to cloud-native architectures
• Knowledge of sovereign cloud solutions, compliance frameworks, and data residency and governance requirements
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional) and familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF) and Agile/DevOps methodologies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value and strategic recommendations
• Proven leadership and team management experience, with the ability to drive complex cloud transformation projects and mentor junior cloud professionals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex cloud challenges and opportunities
• Fluency in Dutch and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in specific cloud industry trends and emerging technologies
• Familiarity with cloud cost management and optimization strategies
• Background in cloud security and compliance, including identity and access management (IAM) and cloud security best practices
• Knowledge of cloud governance frameworks and cloud service provider (CSP) management
• Experience in cloud data migration, data integration, and data analytics
• Familiarity with cloud-based AI/ML and data science technologies
• Background in cloud-based IoT and edge computing solutions
• Knowledge of cloud-based microservices architectures and containerization technologies

📊 Web Portfolio & Project Requirements

• Cloud Portfolio Essentials:
  • Detailed documentation of cloud architecture designs, including diagrams, use cases, and performance metrics
  • Examples of cloud migration and modernization projects, highlighting challenges, solutions, and outcomes
  • Case studies demonstrating cloud cost optimization and security improvements
  • Live demonstrations of cloud-based applications and services, showcasing user experience and performance
• Cloud Portfolio Presentation:
  • Clear and concise presentation of cloud portfolio content, tailored to the specific role and audience
  • Effective use of visual aids, such as diagrams, charts, and screenshots, to illustrate key points and data
  • Engaging storytelling techniques to bring cloud projects and achievements to life
  • Ability to articulate cloud architecture decisions, trade-offs, and best practices in a clear and concise manner

💵 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: €70,000 - €100,000 per year (based on experience and market research)
• Benefits:
  • Vitality program: online sessions with a vitality coach, practical tips on nutrition, energy, sleep, and mindset, and/or a padel court voucher card
  • Flexible working arrangement: work from home, the office, the client's location, or another European country (up to 20 working days per year)
  • Home office arrangement: office chair, sit/stand desk, external monitor, desk lamp, (Bluetooth) headset, and a large external keyboard
  • Laptop and smartphone: business subscription for both devices
  • Salary: fixed salary, bonus based on EY's financial performance, expense allowance (depending on the function), and internet allowance of €40 net per month
  • Time off: 34 vacation days per year when full-time employed
  • Sabbatical: option to take unpaid leave after consultation
  • Birth leave: EY pays 100% of the birth leave, and 70% of the salary for additional birth leave
  • Training and education: opportunities to participate in various soft and hard skills training, external courses, and/or sign up for an additional education, such as obtaining an MBA
  • Mobility: contribute to EY's carbon footprint reduction by choosing sustainable options via the EY My Daily Travel app or online environment, including lease bicycles, electric shared scooters, electric shared cars, flexible lease cars, and various public transport subscriptions
  • Bicycle arrangement: finance the purchase cost of a new bicycle from your gross monthly salary (purchase cost amount divided over 12 months) or from your non-statutory holiday entitlement
  • Pension scheme: build up a pension capital directly after starting at EY, with the option to build up additional pension capital on a voluntary basis

🎯 Team & Company Context

🏢 Company Culture

• Industry: Professional services, focusing on cloud technology, cybersecurity, and digital transformation
• Company Size: Large (over 10,000 employees)
• Founded: 1989
• Team Structure: Central role in cloud transformation, working closely with clients, team members, and other stakeholders
• Development Methodology: Agile/Scrum methodologies and sprint planning for cloud projects

📈 Career & Growth Analysis

• Cloud Technology Career Level: Senior-level cloud architect role with significant influence on cloud products, user experience, and infrastructure decisions
• Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the cloud practice lead or a similar senior role within the organization
• Technical Impact: Designs and implements enterprise cloud architectures, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices
• Growth Opportunities:
  • Technical: deepen expertise in cloud-native technologies, emerging cloud trends, and cloud security best practices
  • Leadership: develop leadership skills and take on more complex cloud transformation projects and mentoring responsibilities
  • Business: gain experience in cloud strategy, cloud governance, and cloud service provider (CSP) management

🌐 Work Environment

• Office Type: Modern, collaborative workspace with a focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability
• Office Location(s): Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands (with the option to work remotely for up to 20 working days per year)
• Workspace Context:
  • Collaborative workspace with multiple monitors, testing devices, and high-tech tools for cloud development and testing
  • Cross-functional team interaction and knowledge sharing opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangement, allowing for a balance between on-site and remote work

💡 Interview Preparation

• Interview Process:
  • Online assessment and pre-employment screening, including a (online) assessment, background check, and integrity questionnaire
  • Two or three interviews, focusing on technical skills, cloud architecture expertise, and cultural fit
• Portfolio Presentation Tips:
  • Tailor the cloud portfolio to the specific role and audience, highlighting relevant cloud architecture projects and achievements
  • Use clear and concise language to articulate cloud architecture decisions, trade-offs, and best practices
  • Practice presenting cloud portfolio content in a structured and engaging manner
• Technical Challenge Preparation:
  • Brush up on cloud architecture fundamentals, cloud security best practices, and cloud industry trends
  • Familiarize yourself with the specific cloud technologies and platforms mentioned in the job description
  • Practice cloud architecture exercises and case studies, focusing on problem-solving, system design, and optimization techniques

📌 Application Steps

To apply for this Cloud Architect position at EY:

1. Tailor Your Resume: Highlight your cloud architecture experience, cloud technology skills, and relevant cloud projects or case studies.
2. Prepare Your Cloud Portfolio: Ensure your cloud portfolio showcases your cloud architecture expertise, cloud migration projects, and cloud cost optimization strategies.
3. Research the Company: Familiarize yourself with EY's cloud technology focus, cloud industry research, and cloud transformation projects.
4. Prepare for the Interview: Practice cloud architecture exercises, cloud industry trends, and cloud security best practices.
5. Submit Your Application: Follow the application instructions provided on the EY careers website.