Position Title:  Senior Engineer, Cloud Strategy

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible.

We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity.  So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and you will have the space to move your career forward in many different areas/directions.

IT at PMI

PMI’s journey to a smoke-free future implies a shift from a tobacco manufacturer to a science and technology-based consumer facing organisation.

Such a shift creates an abundance of unique and transformative IT projects to match all levels of skills and ambitions. You’ll feel like you’re working in a start-up – with the freedom to shape and define the future of digital, but with the support and scope of a vast global business. You’ll get a chance to work with cutting-edge technologies (e.g., Cloud, APIs, AI) as well as management practices (e.g., Agile, Design Thinking, Product Management).  Our environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative.  If you want the freedom to find new ways to connect with consumers, there’s no better place to progress your career.

Digital at PMI is dynamic, diverse, and disruptive. Join us and become a part of a top talent team where you can bring new ideas to life in a global function that is a key driver of the success of our business.

Joining Technology & Platform Engineering

The Technology & Platform Engineering is a group of IT experts who are passionate about ushering PMI into a smoke free future through technology. From best-in-class cloud infrastructure to leading-edge software engineering, this diverse multicultural group provides the future-proof technology foundations powering Philip Morris International’s digital transformation. Inspired by digital-born companies, we have adopted new ways of working where self-organized teams and empowered individuals are the norm.

Senior Engineer, Cloud Strategy

The Senior Engineer, Cloud Strategy is responsible for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that align with the organization’s business objectives. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic vision, and collaboration to optimize the organization’s cloud ecosystem. The Senior Engineer partners with product teams, architects, and leadership to ensure effective execution of cloud strategies, with a strong focus on cross-functional, end-to-end delivery of cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cloud Strategy and Architecture

• Design and implement cloud strategies to support business objectives, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.

• Evaluate and recommend cloud platforms, services, and tools to meet organizational needs.

• Develop and enforce best practices for cloud architecture, focusing on reliability, cost-effectiveness, and automation.

2. Cross-Functional, End-to-End Delivery

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product owners, developers, operations, and security, to deliver integrated cloud solutions.

• Ensure seamless alignment between business requirements, technical design, and implementation.

• Drive the end-to-end delivery lifecycle, from concept to deployment, while maintaining high-quality outcomes.

• Identify and address delivery bottlenecks, ensuring timely completion of cloud initiatives.

3. Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams on cloud architecture and optimization.

• Collaborate with architects and platform teams to design end-to-end cloud solutions.

• Lead technical assessments, proof-of-concepts (PoCs), and implementations for cloud projects.

4. Innovation and Emerging Technologies

• Stay updated on the latest cloud technologies, trends, and best practices.

• Identify opportunities to integrate emerging cloud capabilities (e.g., AI, machine learning, and container orchestration).

• Advocate for innovative cloud solutions to improve business outcomes.

5. Collaboration and Communication

• Partner with stakeholders to align cloud initiatives with business priorities.

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in cloud strategy during cross-functional discussions and planning.

• Create and deliver presentations, documentation, and training to ensure effective communication of strategies and solutions.

Qualifications

• Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.

• Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in cloud engineering, architecture, or related roles.

• Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS (preferred), Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions at scale.

• Hands-on experience in cross-functional collaboration and managing end-to-end solution delivery.

• Skills:

• Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies, including serverless, microservices, and containerization (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).

• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible.

• Deep knowledge of cloud security, governance, and compliance standards.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.

• Certifications (Preferred):

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.

• TOGAF, or other architecture and governance certifications.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with the ability to align technical solutions to business goals.

• A collaborative mindset to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Expertise in managing end-to-end delivery with a focus on quality, timelines, and stakeholder satisfaction.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Leadership qualities to inspire and mentor team members.

What’s in it for you?

There are many IT Organizations out there, so why should you join ours?
 

We believe PMI IT’s true strength is fuelled by our people, and that our success depends on them coming to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. We are a people first organisation committed to providing you with first-class employee journey. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in it for you upon joining us:

• Work-life balance: Wellbeing comes first. We offer a fantastic office environment and Smart working options to ensure you have the best work-life balance possible.
• Learning & Development: Your growth is a priority. Our robust and varied learning & development ecosystem will help you strengthen your technical skills and enhance your soft skills and business acumen. The capabilities you will acquire with us will support your life-time employability within IT, PMI, and beyond.
• Inclusion & Diversity: Our differences - much more than our similarities - generate the innovation we are looking for. We aspire to build a diverse and inclusive organization to access the breadth and depth of thinking and sensitivity necessary to thrive.

Every single IT colleague is part of our Transformation journey. Join us and pursue your ambitions – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress. If this offer resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you.

Together, let’s deliver a smoke free future.

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