Cloud Consultant (AWS / Azure / Google Cloud)
Location: Hamburg, Germany (Hybrid or On-site)
Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (with potential extension)
Start Date: January 2025
About the Role
A leading technology consultancy in Hamburg is seeking experienced Cloud Consultants to support multiple client projects across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments. This short-term contract role involves helping teams design, implement, and optimize scalable, secure cloud infrastructures and services for high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, implement, and optimize cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
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Advise clients on best practices, migration strategies, and cost optimization.
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Automate deployment and scaling processes using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, or Deployment Manager).
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Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure smooth CI/CD integration.
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Support cloud security, monitoring, and compliance efforts.
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Troubleshoot complex cloud environments and improve reliability and performance.
Required Skills & Experience
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3+ years of hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
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Proven track record designing or implementing scalable cloud architectures.
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Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
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Strong knowledge of networking, security, and identity management in cloud environments.
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Experience with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
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Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
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Excellent problem-solving and client communication skills.
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Fluent in English (German a plus).
Nice to Have
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Relevant cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect).
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Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments.
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Background in cloud cost optimization and performance tuning.
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Understanding of AI/ML workloads on cloud platforms.
What They Offer
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A competitive day rate, depending on experience.
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The opportunity to work on high-impact, cloud transformation projects.
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A dynamic, international consulting environment.
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Flexible working arrangements — hybrid or on-site in Hamburg.
