This is a complex role covering internal and external affairs of the chapter Cloud Transformation. Jointly with the head of Cloud Solutions, the chapters will set standards and frameworks for cloud migration and modernization through the Application-led Cloud Transformation portfolio. This spans from legacy mainframe modernization to green-field Cloud-Native development. One main area is developing team and overal maturity of the portfolio. The position holder will coordinate and manage best-in-class services and customer experience by scoping and architecting cloud-based solution.

Business Development:
•    Client Engagement: Develop and maintain client relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers.
•    Pre-Sales Activities: Support sales teams in customer engagements, provide technical consultation and architecture presentations.
•    RFP/RFI Responses: Lead the preparation and delivery of RFP/RFI responses and proposals.
Delivery:
•    Cloud Implementation: Oversee the design and implementation of cloud architectures, ensuring alignment with client business objectives and global standards.
•    Quality Assurance and Project Management: Conduct regular code reviews, performance tests, and other quality checks.
•    Compliance and Security: Ensure that all cloud architectures adhere to compliance laws specific to Germany and meet global security standards. 

A succesful candidate should be a Team player with a strong sense of ownership for the work and related responsibilities. Our motto is "getting things done, fast". This is a Hybrid working environment, presence in local offices in Germany may be required at least 3 days a week, with frequent virtual meetings with global teams.

Further requirements are:
•    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and a minimum of 5-10 years experience in cloud architecture and solutions.
•    Professional certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, or equivalent.
•    Other certifications, Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) from ISACA, preferred
•    Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture (EA) and its relevance to IT portfolio, frameworks such as TOGAF abd Zachman
•    Working a close partnership with national teams based in Germany and other countries based in the EU
•    We use a hybrid delivery model leveraging mainly off-shore teams in India, the successful candidate is required to work closely with Global Delivery Centers (GDC) within T-Systems International
•    Fluency in English is mandatory, German (B2 level) preferred.