Senior Solutions Architect - Cost Optimisation

Be responsible for designing and optimizing cloud solutions, leading transformations, and owning technical delivery for end clients.

Location: Americas (Remote)

About Virtuant

Virtuant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries. We specialize in cloud architecture, migration, and optimization , helping enterprises scale efficiently while maintaining cost control. Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies to fast‑growing startups, relying on us to build high‑performance software, migrate applications, and optimize cloud infrastructure at scale.

The Role: Senior Solutions Architect

This is a high‑impact, client‑facing role that requires a combination of deep technical expertise, strategic consulting.

You will be responsible for: - Architecting cloud solutions that balance performance, security, and cost‑efficiencyEngaging with clients & C‑level executives to translate business needs into technical roadmaps - Driving transformation initiatives from cloud migrations to long‑term cloud optimisation strategies - Owning cloud infrastructure & operations defining best practices, governance, and automation - Solving complex problems that others may not even recognise, ensuring scalable & sustainable solutions - Leading technical teams while collaborating with business stakeholders to drive measurable impact

What We’re Looking For

Proactive & Self‑Directed – Takes full ownership of problems and drives solutions independentlyStrong Problem‑Solving Ability – Can articulate unique technical challenges they’ve solved that no one else identifiedComfortable with Uncertainty – Thrives in an environment where priorities shift and the day is never fully planned**Hands‑On Approach – Willing to roll up their sleeves, diagnose issues, and actively implement solutionsAssertive When Needed – Capable of pushing back on stakeholders, advocating for best practices, and driving technical decisionsClient‑Facing & Consultative – Comfortable engaging with C‑level executives and technical teams, ensuring alignment between business and technologyAzure Cloud & FinOps Expertise – At least 5 years of Azure experience and a proven track record in cloud cost optimisation**

Your Background & Expertise

Technical Expertise

Azure Cloud & Architecture (5+ years) Cloud Cost Optimisation & FinOps (Reducing costs while maintaining performance) Technical Leadership (Guiding engineering teams, defining best practices) Software Development (2+ years of production‑quality coding) Complex Transformations (Cloud migrations, governance, multi‑year execution)

Consulting & Business Acumen

Client‑Facing Experience (Engaging with C‑level and technical stakeholders) Solution Design & Pre‑Sales (Planning, estimates, and execution) Stakeholder Management (Aligning technical and non‑technical teams) Strategic Thinking (Translating business goals into technical roadmaps)

Preferred Industry & Business Background

Cloud Consulting & Professional Services – Deep expertise in Azure solutions, FinOps, and cloud transformations Enterprise IT & Digital Transformation – Leading cloud adoption, cost optimisation, and automation Technology & SaaS Companies – Designing scalable, multi‑cloud or hybrid‑cloud architectures Financial Services & Banking – Cloud cost governance, compliance, and security in regulated environments Large‑Scale Cloud Migrations – Driving cloud modernisation and transformation initiatives Pre‑Sales & Solution Architecture – Collaborating with sales, product, and engineering teams

Why Virtasant?

At Virtasant, we’re not just another services firm — we’re building a new model for global technology consulting. One that is diverse, modern, and outcome‑driven. We work with some of the world’s most ambitious organisations to help them transform, scale, and build capability, Global Expertise & Remote Flexibility – Work from anywhere with a world‑class team Cutting‑Edge Cloud Projects – Solve high‑scale challenges for Fortune 500 clients Career Growth & Thought Leadership – Lead transformation initiatives and shape industry best practices High Autonomy, High Impact – Own technical decisions, drive change, and create value for clients Innovative & Mission‑Driven Culture – We prioritize excellence, creativity, and customer impact