SouthState Bank · 4 hours ago
Cloud Services Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $181K/yr
8+ years expSouthState Bank is a trusted financial partner known for combining personal relationships with forward-thinking solutions. They are seeking a Cloud Services Architect to design and implement robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions using the Azure platform, leveraging deep expertise in Azure cloud technologies.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesLendingWealth Management
Responsibilities
Architect and Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and create comprehensive Cloud Services Architectures that align with business goals, technical requirements, and best practices. Develop high-level and detailed design documents for Azure cloud solutions, considering factors such as scalability, reliability, security, performance, and cost optimization
Azure Cloud Expertise: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Azure services, features, and capabilities, and leverage this knowledge to architect innovative solutions that meet specific project objectives. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in Azure, AWS and Google cloud technologies and provide recommendations on adopting new services or features that can enhance system performance and efficiency
Cloud Strategy: Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization's cloud strategy, ensuring alignment with industry trends, business needs, and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance and thought leadership on leveraging Azure services and tools to drive business value, accelerate time to market, and optimize operations
Solution Implementation: Lead and oversee the implementation of Azure cloud solutions, working closely with development teams, infrastructure teams, and stakeholders. Provide technical guidance, review solution designs, and ensure adherence to architectural principles, standards, and best practices
Security and Compliance: Collaborate with security teams to design and implement robust security controls and compliance frameworks within cloud environments. Assess and mitigate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and establish secure access controls, data encryption, and threat monitoring mechanisms
Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and scalability challenges within Azure cloud solutions and provide recommendations to optimize system performance, resilience, and availability. Conduct performance testing and analysis, and fine-tune configurations to ensure optimal utilization of Azure resources
Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert and provide mentorship to junior cloud architects and engineers. Conduct training sessions, knowledge sharing, and documentation to promote the adoption of best practices and ensure a high level of technical excellence within the team. Complete assigned helpdesk tickets/requests in a timely and professional manner
Ensure strict compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and regulatory guidelines
Assist other employees by liaising with them through healthy and positive interactions
Continuously update skills by participating in professional training
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain automation scripts using Terraform, ARM templates, to ensure efficient cloud deployments
Hybrid Cloud & Integration: Architect hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises systems with Azure services like Azure Files, ExpressRoute, and VPN Gateway
Emerging Technologies: Stay up to date with advancements in AI, ML, Open Banking APIs, and Blockchain to explore innovative banking solutions. Experience in Open Banking and API management
All other tasks, responsibilities, or duties, as directed by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience of 8-10 years' experience in an applicable technology field
Experience (minimum of 8-10 years) in architecting and implementing Azure cloud solutions
Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security, and Azure Governance
Experience in designing reliable, scalable, and fault-tolerant cloud architectures
Deep understanding of cloud computing principles, DevOps practices, and infrastructure-as-code concepts
Strong expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and infrastructure provisioning using tools like Azure DevOps, Azure Resource Manager templates, or GitHub
Experience with hybrid cloud environments, including connectivity between on-premises and cloud resources
Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including IP addressing, subnets, VPN, VNET peering, and ExpressRoute
Demonstrated experience in implementing security controls and compliance frameworks within Azure, including Azure Security Center, Azure Key Vault, Azure Defender for Cloud, and Azure Policy
Experience with other cloud service providers like Amazon or Google
Good interpersonal skills, good computer skills, ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
Preferred
Relevant Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar certifications are highly desirable
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or equivalent
Company
SouthState Bank
The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2013-08-09IPO
Leadership Team
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Dan Bockhorst
Executive Vice President Chief Credit Officer
Recent News
2025-12-16
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