Cloud Architect
Posted 9 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Cloud Architect (m/f)”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 3–5 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsAZ-305, Project Management Professional, PRINCE2, ITIL
Field of studyComputer Science, Information Technology (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Company Description
RTL is Europe’s leading entertainment brand standing for entertainment, independent journalism, inspiration,energy and attitude. With our TV channels, streaming services, radio stations and online platforms in Germany,France, Hungary and Luxembourg, we reach millions of people across Europe every day. Do you value teamspirit and a hands-on mentality? Do you want to grow beyond yourself and be part of our diverse team? Do youvalue a trusting working atmosphere? Are you looking for the freedom to implement your ideas and developyour strengths? Then join us in shaping the future of Europe's leading entertainment company.
Job Description
- As a Cloud Architect focusing on Azure within our IT Department, you will be at the heart of deliveringinnovative Cloud and Digital Workplace solutions. You’ll play a key role in both project execution andservice operations, acting as a reference expert in your domain.
- Proven proficiency with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), including the design andimplementation of Azure Landing Zones, and the ability to define the end to end approach for adoptingCAF across Azure tenants (governance, platform design, security, and operating model).
- Define, review, and challenge Azure network architectures to ensure secure, scalable, and Cloud AdoptionFramework–aligned Landing Zone implementations.
- Contribute to IT projects through business analysis, feasibility studies, architecture design, technicalplanning, and hands-on build activities.
- Coordinate and oversee external consultants.
- Define and implement support and maintenance processes.
- Ensure quality documentation and smooth handover to operational teams.
- Resolve incidents and service requests in collaboration with support teams.
- Deliver and organize end-user trainings.
- Propose and implement service improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to defining and updating IT policies, SLAs, KPIs, and internal controls.
- Support compliance processes including ISAE 3000 SOC reporting.
- Promote and support RTL Group’s IT strategy, particularly around Office 365, IAM, and Digital Workplacesolutions.
- Coordinate cross-departmental and cross-BU collaboration efforts.
- Proactively enhance your own skills and keep up to date with technology trends.
- Provide training and mentorship to peers and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Passionate and experienced Cloud Architect who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborativemindset and the drive to innovate.
- University degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent practical experience.