Azure Cloud Architect

SSI SCHAEFER is a leading global provider of intralogistics solutions. As a family-owned company, we value the knowledge, passion, and talent of our employees. With around 8,800 people across 80 locations and 7 production sites, we deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable warehouse automation solutions to customers worldwide. This is your opportunity to join our newly established IT Hub in Riga, where we are building a modern, future-focused competence centre that will play a key role in our global IT landscape. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced and visionary Azure Cloud Architect to join our IT Infrastructure team. In this key role, you will be responsible for designing and driving our cloud architecture strategy, enabling innovation, scalability, security, and operational excellence across our Azure environment. You will work closely with infrastructure, application, security, and business teams to develop modern cloud solutions and support our digital transformation journey. What you will do: Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-scale cloud architectures on Microsoft Azure.Define and implement cloud governance, security, and operational best practices.Lead cloud transformation and migration initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure.Develop Azure Landing Zones and cloud platform architectures.Ensure cloud solutions meet requirements for scalability, reliability, performance, and security.Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, and/or ARM templates.Monitor, optimize, and govern cloud environments to ensure cost efficiency and compliance.Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend improvements to the cloud strategy. What we’re looking for: A Bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field, together with several years of experience as a Cloud Architect or in a similar role.Experience with DevOps methodologies and CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps and GitHubExperience with Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM.Strong architectural thinking and practical experience designing cloud solutions.Consulting experience is considered an advantage.Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skillsFluent English skills, both spoken and written, to cooperate with colleagues globally. What do we offer: Monthly salary of 6000-8000 EUR gross, with higher compensation possible based on experience and competence, plus performance-based incentives related to goals and KPIs.Health insurance and sports cost remuneration after the probationary period.Personal accident insurance and corporate travel insurance from the first day.A fully paid day off on your birthday.Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.Extensive training, certification, and development opportunities, including support for conferences and continuous learning.A friendly, supportive, professional team in an attractive international working environment.Regular corporate events and team-building activities.Be among the first IT Hub Riga specialists to help build our cloud architecture from the very beginning while contributing to global projects. At SSI SCHAEFER, our values are Trust, Professionalism, Respect, Collegiality, Result Orientation, Reliability, and Modesty – all united by Passion. If these values resonate with you, apply and let’s connect! The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the applicable legal requirements and based on our Privacy Policy for Applicants, which you can review on our website Privacy Policy for Applicants | SSI SCHAEFER SSI SCHAEFER SIA | ssi-schaefer.com | Vismaņi k-1 | Mārupes novads, LV-2167 | Latvia