Solutions Architect, Cloud Migration (Mandarin speaker required)

We are seeking a high-calibre Solutions Architect to lead and deliver enterprise-scale cloud migration engagements. This role bridges business strategy with technical execution, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to design and implement secure, scalable, production-grade cloud architectures.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with a consulting mindset, capable of driving end-to-end migration programs, influencing executive decisions, and delivering measurable business outcomes in complex environments.

This role requires fluency in Mandarin Chinese, spoken and written, to engage effectively with Mandarin-speaking clients and stakeholders.

Cloud migration leadership

• Act as the technical lead and single-threaded owner for large-scale cloud migration programs across the full lifecycle: assess, mobilise, migrate and modernise.
• Define migration strategies, operating models, and transformation roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Migration Readiness Assessments (MRA) and Migration Portfolio Assessments (MPA) to evaluate application landscapes and recommend optimal migration approaches.

Architecture and design

• Architect secure, scalable, and cost-optimised landing zones aligned with the AWS Well-Architected Framework or equivalent.
• Design target-state architectures covering infrastructure, application, data, and security domains.
• Establish architectural guardrails, standards, and governance frameworks.

Delivery and execution

• Plan and execute wave-based migration strategies, including cutover planning, rollback mechanisms, and risk mitigation.
• Orchestrate cross-functional delivery across infrastructure, applications, networking, security, and operations teams.
• Drive technical decisions on migration tooling, automation, and integration patterns.

Stakeholder and program management

• Engage C-level stakeholders and senior leadership to align technical solutions with business outcomes.
• Own project governance including scope, timeline, budget, and executive reporting.
• Lead steering committees, business reviews, and technical workshops.

Security, compliance and cost optimisation

• Implement enterprise-grade cloud security practices: IAM, encryption, network segmentation, and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST and CIS.
• Drive FinOps practices including tagging strategies, cost monitoring, budgeting, and optimisation through Reserved Instances, Savings Plans and rightsizing.
• Ensure workloads meet production-grade SLAs and operational readiness standards.

Risk and continuous improvement

• Proactively identify risks, blockers, and dependencies, and drive timely resolution.
• Deliver post-migration validation and optimisation recommendations.
• Contribute to internal capability building through reusable assets, reference architectures, and best practices.

Qualifications

• One to five years of experience in solutions architecture or cloud project delivery, including at least one enterprise-scale migration project (AWS MAP or equivalent).
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, spoken and written, with the ability to conduct technical discussions, workshops, and executive presentations in Mandarin.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) across compute, storage, networking, databases and IAM.
• Experience with cloud migration tools and methodologies: AWS MGN, DMS, Azure Migrate, or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK.
• Working knowledge of cloud security principles: least-privilege access, network isolation, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in FinOps and cloud cost optimisation.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, stakeholders, and timelines.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking such as VPN and Direct Connect.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Mandarin, with the ability to influence technical and business audiences.

Preferred

• Professional certifications: AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect.
• Experience with AWS MAP deliverables: MRA, MPA, and landing zone design.
• Exposure to containerisation and modernisation with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud security services: AWS GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, Macie, or equivalents.
• Scripting and automation experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira or Smartsheet.

What we look for

• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to balance deep technical expertise with business acumen.
• Proven track record in client-facing consulting or delivery roles.
• High standards in documentation, governance, and execution discipline.

Why Axrail?

• AWS Premier Projects

  Work on cutting-edge cloud/AI implementations.

• Career Accelerator

  Grow into Program Management or Technical PM roles.

• Innovation Culture

  Experiment with GenAI tools for project delivery.

• Hybrid Flexibility

  Balance office collaboration with remote work.