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about the company.

Our client, a well-established financial institution, is currently looking for a Cloud Architect. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in Microsoft Azure, responsible for designing and managing our cloud architecture and security standards.

about the job.

• Work as one of the technical leaders in the team to define and maintain the roadmap, architecture principles, best practices, and guidelines for the cloud infrastructure within the Azure environment.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to translate their requirements into technical specifications and blueprints.
• Identify and recommend technical solutions, and plan and coordinate architecture activities that support business needs.
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of cloud services.
• Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to other solution architects on infrastructure and cloud strategy.
• Research and share the latest technology trends to support innovative business initiatives.

skills & experiences required.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in the IT field, with at least 4+ years working as a Solution Architect, Senior IT Manager, or a similar role, with experience leading solution architecture design and strategy for cloud infrastructure.
• Professional experience within the banking or insurance sectors, or a background working for a major service provider or consulting firm with relevant project experience.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable and resilient cloud architectures, with a proven track record of developing architecture/roadmaps for projects to support enterprise business objectives.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure services, networking, security standards and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in speaking both Chinese and English, and currently based in Hong Kong with a valid work permit.
• Relevant certifications, such as TOGAF or Microsoft Azure Certified Solutions Architect, would be advantageous.

If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please don't delay and click APPLY NOW. For more information, you can contact Kelvin Chu at with your resume.

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Opportunity: To safeguard HKBN's critical infrastructure against evolving threats, we seek a System Architect to design our hybrid cloud environment while leading two DevOps engineers. You'll bridge strategy and execution – ensuring CI/CD pipelines, cloud resilience, and vulnerability response exceed regulatory standards while maximizing engineering efficiency.

1. Cloud Architecture & Governance

2. Architect secure, cost-optimized solutions spanning public clouds (Azure/AWS/GCP/AliCloud) and private clouds (Huawei HCS/VMware)

3. Establish cloud governance frameworks: Resource tagging, compliance baselines, and cost controls; and design disaster recovery for critical workloads across hybrid environments

4. Compliance & Critical Systems

5. Develop systems enabling critical vulnerability fixes within 7 days

6. Maintain CMDB as authoritative source for all cloud/hybrid assets

7. Implement observability frameworks (Splunk/Grafana) for threat detection

8. DevOps Team Leadership to manage 2 DevOps Engineers (1 Senior, 1 Mid-Level), set objectives and review deliverables for:

- CI/CD Pipeline Excellence: design or maintain Jenkins/GitLab pipelines for rapid deployments, optimize deployment processes to reduce downtime

- Cloud Infrastructure Automation: Provision/manage resources via IaC (Terraform/Ansible) , scale cloud infrastructure for high-availability systems

- Security & Compliance Execution: embed vulnerability management into CI/CD pipelines, generate compliance evidence (patch reports, config snapshots)

- Observability & Reliability: monitor/alert with Prometheus/Grafana/ELK, conduct blameless post-mortems to prevent incident recurrence
4. Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Security to automate threat response workflows

• Collaborate with Development teams to optimize release cycles

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• More than 5 years in system/cloud architecture with not less than 2 years leading DevOps teams
• Proven track record in: hybrid cloud designs meeting compliance standards
• Proven track record in critical vulnerability remediation ≤7 days
• Experience CI/CD pipelines supporting 200+ deployments/month, and infrastructure-as-code managing 300+ nodes
• Cloud Architecture Expertise: Public Cloud: AWS/Azure/GCP/AliCloud (Solutions Architect certs preferred) and Private Cloud: VMware vSphere, Huawei Cloud Stack (HCS)
• DevOps Leadership: 2+ years managing DevOps engineers
• Technical Delivery Mastery:

- CI/CD: Jenkins/GitLab pipeline design at scale

- IaC: Terraform/Ansible for hybrid environments

- Monitoring: ELK/Prometheus/Grafana implementation

- Vulnerability Management: Achieving ≤7-day remediation SLAs
- Compliance Acumen: NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or telecom regulations
- Telecom Advantage: Understanding of OSS/BSS systems
- Certifications: AWS/Azure Architect, VMware VCP, Huawei HCIE, CISSP
- Good command in both spoken and written Chinese (fluent Cantonese) and English

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Solution Architect with expertise in Microsoft solutions, including Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud computing and technology systems, with experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the sales team to drive business and engage in the whole selling cycle
• Act as a trusted advisor, understand the needs and goals of clients to recommend appropriate solutions or services
• Prepare sales proposal / technical proposal / tender response and present the proposed solutions to corporate customers
• Develop migration approach to move applications from On-Premises to Cloud
• Work in tandem with the internal cloud engineering team to deliver customized solutions or services for customers
• Collaborate with internal departments to design the solution and ensure smooth implementation

We are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Minimum of 2 years in pre-sales, solution architecture, or a related role
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and infrastructure technologies
• Hands-on experience on Cloud transformation with public cloud or private cloud
• Relevant certifications are a plus
• Excellent communication skills and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively convey strategic concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders across multiple levels
• Proven ability to design and implement complex technical solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically
• Good command of both written and spoken Chinese & English

Benefits:

• Annual leave, birthday leave, work anniversary leave, examination leave, and other welfare leaves
• Attractive remuneration package
• Staff buddy Program and regular team-building activities
• Continuous sponsorship for the latest cloud technologies training
• Opportunity to advance your knowledge and expertise in cloud technologies

Who are we?

• Employer of Choice Award and Innovative Technology Deployment Award Winner
• Top Award of Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider Direct Partner
• Best Managed Service Provider Partner
• Largest Cloud Hosting business in Hong Kong since 2008
• Mission to empower customers to #WORKSMARTER with cloud solutions and IT services
• Workplace encourages passion, efficiency, judgment, involvement, and development

Join our team and be part of our success story Apply now and take your career to new heights in the exciting world of cloud technologies.

Interested parties, please send your latest resume with present and expected salary by clicking APPLY NOW. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and for recruitment purposes only. Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Our client is a large Insurance Corporation. They are now looking for a Solution Architect with strong knowledge in Azure Cloud and System Architecture Design to join them.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Group and Local Enterprise Architecture teams, as well as application teams and project teams to understand requirements, propose and create (and keep up to date) artifacts including (but not limited to) cloud infrastructure architecture designs, blueprints, design patterns and others as required to support Infrastructure Platform's project deliverables.
• Analyze all functional and non-functional requirements, such as security, performance, maintainability, scalability, usability, and reliability of a project solutions submitted by other Platform teams.  Review cloud architecture designs, provide feedback for revision and endorsement for Infrastructure Architecture approval once all concerns are addressed.
• Provide governance to ensure IT Infrastructure is fully complied to the company policy standards
• Engage with Group and local teams to regularly review compliance status and provide support to remediate non-compliant issues.
• Review system architecture and collaborate with project management and IT development teams to improve the architecture design and enhance system performance and reliability.
• Conduct independent research, interpret highly technical documents, draw valid conclusions, develop technological solutions, take appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations related to complex IT problems.

Requirements

• Degree holder in IT / Computer Science or equivalent discipline
• Must be organized, able to work with minimal supervision, flexible to switch between different projects, and manage time well.
• Over 15 years work experience, with at least 10 years in the IT industry with Infrastructure functions and 5+ years in architecture & design role.
• Knowledgeable on LAN/WAN design, DevOps, hybrid and public cloud integration.
• Practical experience in cloud and infrastructure architecture designs with strong technical knowledge in Azure/AWS/GCP/AliCloud within large enterprises, preferably FSI/banking.
• Relevant Certifications such as TOGAF and Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences including senior management level

Responsibilities

• Facilitate technical discussions and identify customer opportunities during the pre-sales phase with major clients.
• Analyze customer demands and design tailored solutions based on cloud capabilities, including proof of concept (POC) verification and traditional IT cloud solutions for public cloud projects.
• Oversee the migration and deployment of public cloud products and solutions, ensuring successful delivery of major projects.
• Collaborate closely with sales (BD), R&D, SRE, and other teams to maintain seamless operations for key customers.
• Provide insight into regional and industry-specific characteristics to enhance product competitiveness and inform demand input for solution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in cloud solutions.
• Strong understanding of public cloud functions, principles, and architecture; basic programming knowledge or development experience is a plus.
• Proven experience in on-cloud and off-cloud migration methods and processes; end-to-end project experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with providing public cloud solutions across various industries such as finance, gaming, manufacturing, energy, education, healthcare, and government is advantageous.
• Experience in planning, implementing, and maintaining virtualization and cloudification projects within IT departments.

If you are passionate about cloud technology and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, please send your resume

Overview

As an Azure Data & AI CSA, you will act as a trusted advisor to enterprise customers, helping them realise business value through Azure Data & AI solutions. You will be responsible for driving adoption, consumption, and success across workloads such as Azure SQL, Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Purview, and AI services. This role is pivotal in orchestrating technical delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction, and accelerating time-to-value.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Azure Data & AI technologies, including SQL, Databricks, Fabric, and Purview.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, data platforms, and AI workloads.
• Ability to lead technical engagements and influence customer decision-making.
• Experience working with enterprise customers and navigating complex delivery environments.
• Microsoft or other Cloud certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and customer success planning for Azure Data & AI workloads.
• Own the Azure Consumption Plan and ensure completeness and accuracy across Unified and MACC accounts.
• Drive adoption of Microsoft Fabric, Azure Databricks, and Purview through workshops, enablement, and hands-on guidance.
• Collaborate with CSAMs, STU, ATU, and partners to deliver repeatable IP and scale best practices.
• Support migration and modernisation efforts for databases (SQL MI, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB) and analytics platforms.
• Deliver proactive resiliency and security engagements aligned with Unified Health priorities.
• Contribute to account planning, technical governance, and customer success reviews.
• Maintain deep skilling across AI, data engineering, and cloud-native application development.

Overview

Our client is looing for an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join a dynamic organization, leading the design and optimization of advanced cloud platforms. This role offers the chance to drive innovation, collaborate with diverse teams, and shape secure, scalable IT solutions in a discreet capacity.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and enhance cloud-based platforms to support strategic initiatives
• Develop standards, models, and guidelines for private and public cloud infrastructure
• Ensure alignment of projects with enterprise cloud strategies
• Stay informed on emerging cloud technologies, security trends, and regulations
• Document technical decisions to support team adoption of new solutions
• Collaborate across functions to achieve operational excellence
• Contribute to governance processes to uphold architectural integrity
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment

Requirements:

• Degree in Information Technology or related field
• At least 10 years of experience in IT industry and focused on cloud and infrastructure solutions
• Expertise in cloud infrastructure tools (e.g., Docker, Git, Jira, Jenkins)
• Proficiency in databases (e.g., MongoDB, MSSQL)
• Knowledge of networking and security principles (e.g., TCP/IP, load balancing)
• Experience with Agile, Scrum or DevSecOps practices
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Kubernetes) are advantageous
• Strong communication skills in English and Chinese

At Small Medium Enterprises and Channel (SME&C), we are leading a high-growth, AI-powered global sales team—one that is deeply connected to our partners and driven by customer success. By uniting our Small Medium Business, Corporate, Strategy, and Partner teams, we are unlocking the largest customer opportunity, backed by the industry's most significant investments. Leveraging the power of AI and our extensive partner ecosystem, we are redefining how businesses of all sizes adopt technology to drive growth and innovation. SME&C is more than a sales organization—it's a culture of innovation, opportunity, and inclusivity. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, high-performing, and customer-obsessed team where collaboration, connection, and continuous learning fuel everything we do. If you thrive in a fast-paced, digital-first environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, explore how SME&C can be the next step in your career. Together, we are shaping the future of business.

Do you love working with customers to achieve their business outcomes? Would you love to build expertise around the leading, next generation cloud services?

As a Digital Cloud Solution Architect (DCSA), you will become part of the next generation of technical sales leaders at Microsoft. With the aid of best-in-class sales processes, techniques, and technologies, you will be empowered to shape customer relationships for a strategic set of Microsoft's customers. These customers are adopting industry-leading products and services for their businesses, education or government systems. You will serve as the central point of contact for the customer across engagements helping to drive Microsoft's existing cloud & enterprise consumption through developing and managing customer relationships. This role is flexible in that you can work up to 50% from home.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• You will lead, drive, and manage engagements for repeatable achievement of revenue and consumption targets.
• You will leverage best practices to guide customer strategy and future growth to expand the use of Azure by cultivating customer affinity with Microsoft programs/solutions that drive impact for the customer and establishing Microsoft as a leader. Provide feedback to Microsoft on customer development needs, customer blockers, or mitigation strategies.
• You will conduct analyses into what customers are using versus needs. Drive greater consumption (cloud and support) with customers based on analysis of both usage and needs. Leverages insights to provide guidance and recommendations to customers that expands, retains, and/or optimizes the customer's Azure consumption.
• You will apply technical knowledge and customer insights to create a modernized roadmap. Architect solutions to meet business and IT needs, ensuring technical viability of new projects and successful deployments, while orchestrating key resources and infusing key Infrastructure technologies
• You will run Architectural Design Session(s) to build plans for implementing solutions which align to customer business goals and technical environments.
• You will collaborate and orchestrate with other Digital Cloud Solution Architects and the Microsoft ecosystem to ensure properly deployed cloud solutions on Azure.
• Through close engagement with the customers the DCSA will work to meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual team targets and accurately manage their customer progress in CRM to forecast, assess risk, and identify exceptional performance plans in weekly deal and pipeline reviews with their manager.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and/or technical sales

• OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and/or technical sales

• OR Relevant certifications from Microsoft or competitive platforms AND 3+ years experience in technical architect, technical consulting, design and implementation, and/or technical sales

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, required to effectively communicate across global teams and produce high-quality documentations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in technical architect, consulting, design and implementation, and/or sales.
• 4+ years' experience with cloud-based solution designs, migrations and management of technology
• Multilingual proficiency - particularly in languages relevant to the role's geographic scope or customer base

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.