Senior Cloud/Linux Architect

Job Description

Role Overview:

As a Senior Cloud/Linux Architect, you'll drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of hybrid IT infrastructure—spanning on-premises Windows/Linux ecosystems and Azure cloud platforms. This role focuses on architecture, scalability, security, and integration across on-premises, virtualized, and cloud environments.

Required Skills & Experience:

Must Have:

• Cloud Skills: 10 years experience in Azure design, implementation, migration, provisioning, VM management, network config, backup/monitoring, disaster recovery.
• Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible; Infrastructure-as-Code experience.
• LINUX expertise: 10 years managing Linux systems (RHEL at least) and Linux ecosystem
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication

Nice to Have:

• Wintel Expertise: 10 years managing Windows Server (2012–2022+), Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies, clustering, server/storage infrastructure, DHCP, RDS, PKI, IIS,
• Virtualization & Storage: Proven experience with VMware ESXi/vCenter and VSAN plus enterprise storage (Netapp and Pure) and Enterprise Backup (Veeam and Netbackup).
• Soft Skills: Vendor and project management, stakeholder alignment, mentorship to support group

Desired Qualifications & Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalent
• Certifications: Azure/AWS Administrator/Architect, Microsoft MCSE/Azure Solutions Architect, VMware VCP, ITIL Foundation
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Terraform, Azure CLI)
• Experience with cloud-based and on-premise DR solutions
• Containers/IaC knowledge (Docker, Kubernetes) is desired
• Certifications: Enterprise Backup Solutions (Veeam, Netbackup) is advantageous
• Basic Linux Administration Skills (RHEL, Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian) is desired

• Benefit from the lesser tax percentage under consultancy setup
• Work conveniently with a hybrid work setup at Alabang, Muntinlupa City (two days remote setup per week)
• This is a 6-month or 1 year contract position with our client; Subject for contract renewal and absorption based on performance and project needs.