cloud solution architect

NTT Data Greece team is looking for a Cloud Solution Architect in Athens to work with our clients in the European public sector.

As a Solution Architect, you will be an integral part of the architecture team, which forms a core component of our customer-focused function. Working alongside expert solution architects specializing in various infrastructure technologies, cloud platforms, software engineering, and enterprise architecture, you will collaborate directly with customers to understand their business needs and technical requirements. 

This role involves designing end-to-end architectures that encompass cloud-first and hybrid environments, enterprise applications, integration frameworks, and infrastructure solutions that leverage AWS, other major cloud providers (e.g., Azure, Google Cloud Platform), and on-premises technologies to meet customer requirements while fostering a relationship of trust throughout the partnership.

Your role:

• Understanding Customer Needs: Collaborate with customers to understand their technical requirements and business needs, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in their technological journey. 
• Architecture Development: Design comprehensive enterprise and cloud architecture that combine cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), on-premises systems, and enterprise applications to align with customer budgets and requirements. 
• Cloud & Infrastructure Strategy: Provide expertise in cloud adoption, migration strategies, infrastructure modernization, and integration with existing enterprise systems. 
• Application & Integration Design: Architect scalable, secure, and resilient application solutions leveraging microservices, containerization, API management, and messaging platforms. 
• Cost Awareness: Develop customer solutions that meet cost targets, fostering a relationship of trust throughout the partnership. 
• Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert on enterprise architecture, providing guidance and expertise to both internal engineering teams and customers while acting as a key escalation point for engineering teams. 
• Customer Discovery: Scope out existing technological solutions with customers and support the technical solutions recommended. 
• Solution Implementation: Own the architecture during the implementation of solutions, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery. 
• Troubleshooting: Act as a point of escalation for complex technical issues related to cloud and enterprise technologies, providing timely resolution and troubleshooting assistance. 
• Knowledge Sharing: Stay updated on emerging trends and advancements in enterprise IT and cloud technologies and share knowledge and insights with colleagues to foster a culture of learning and innovation. 

Why NTT DATA?

We value a collaborative and supportive environment, celebrating curiosity and engagement

We are committed to supporting the physical, financial and emotional well-being our of employees

Career development. Training path and access to learning opportunities, yearly performance reviews and a mentorship program

We believe in work-life balance and flexibility. Wear casual clothing, decide your working hours and enjoy our hybrid working model

Talent Friends. Refer a friend and receive a bonus when they join

We care about you

Health & well-being. Focus on your mental health with access to a platform with certified psychologists & mental health workshops. Take a break with one of our online fitness and well-being sessions

Diversity & inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, religion, culture, origin, disability, age, or other personal and social characteristics. #WeAreAllUnique #YouMakeUsUnique

Please let us know if you require us to accommodate any accessibility needs during the recruitment process.

Benefits at NTT DATA Greece

Health insurance for the employee and one dependent family member (100% paid by NTT DATA)

Meal vouchers of 120€ per month (x12)

Corporate mobile phone: subscription & device

Teleworking equipment allowance

Udemy Account

Access to Open Up mental health service 

**Certification Bonus Scheme (for Technology)

** Annual Collective Bonus (for Executives)

28 days of paid annual leave consisting of your legal holidays and compensation days

Your profile:

• Experience in solution architecture or significant experience in a senior technical role, covering cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise IT environments.
• Proven track record of designing complex enterprise solutions across infrastructure, cloud, applications, and integration platforms.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT landscapes, including networking, security, storage, and virtualization.
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB. 
• Hands-on experience with Java application servers such as WebLogic (or similar) and related frameworks.
• Solid experience in container technologies (e.g., Docker, OCI-compliant engines) and Kubernetes, including associated technologies and patterns (e.g., GitOps).
• Good exposure to Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tooling for automation, continuous integration, and continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Strong understanding of enterprise integration frameworks, API management solutions, and messaging platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

• VMware, Linux, or similar certifications.
• Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies.
• Experience with enterprise application integration.
• Knowledge of storage technologies.