Cloud Architect

At Helvar we create intelligent and energy-saving lighting solutions where cloud technology is essential in bringing to life our vision of connected, digital buildings that evolve and adapt over their lifetime.

Helvar is celebrating its 104th anniversary this year. It’s an achievement we are not only proud and excited about, but one that also inspires us to look firmly toward the future: where might our journey toward intelligent, illuminated environments – Brighter Spaces – take us next?

We are now seeking a versatile Cloud Architect to join our team. For us, this recruitment is not just another hire – we are genuinely looking for someone to fill a key position crucial for our growth. This role combines both strategic and hands-on operational work and we are looking for someone who can drive technical development forward, but above all, someone who can brainstorm and help envision what Helvar’s next-generation cloud environment should look like!

Responsibilities:

As a cloud architect you are responsible for designing, deploying and managing Helvar’s cloud infrastructure that also supports IoT ecosystems, ensuring seamless connectivity, security and data management. You will work closely with cloud developers, architects and product managers to ensure that our cloud solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with our business objectives.

• Develop and execute cloud strategies.

• Design and implement an IoT cloud backend/platform solution that integrates with Helvar's on-premise Lighting Control Solution based on user-, business - and technical requirements.

• Feature development, including programming, together with the team.

• Establish and enforce the best practices for cloud development, security, compliance and cost management.

• Optimize performance, scalability and operation efficiency of cloud solutions

• Provide technical leadership and support to internal teams.

• Stay updated on the latest cloud technologies, tools and best practices to continuously improve our cloud infrastructure.

Your profile would look like:

• 5+ years of experience as a cloud architect or similar role in cloud development

• Strong expertise in cloud platforms, especially in AWS. Expertise in Azure and Google Cloud is considered a plus.

• Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, security and storage.

• Expertise in edge computing and IoT security frameworks.

• Understanding of IoT device management, data processing and real-time analytics in the cloud.

• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools.

• Familiar with cloud native technologies i.e. serverless, microservices Hands-on experience with cloud development, security, compliance and governance.

• Hands-on expertise with IoT platforms and protocols such as MQTT

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud systems.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Degree in computer science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.

• Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solution Architect, DevOps and Development are highly desirable.

• IoT related certifications such as AWS IoT core certification is a plus.
  
  

Why to join Helvar?

• Autonomy and Trust: We foster a culture built on trust, empowering you with autonomy over your work and decision-making.

• A Century of Stability: As a Finnish family-owned business with over 100 years of history, we offer a stable and secure environment for long-term career sustainability.

• Wellbeing at Our Core: Wellbeing is central to everything we do—whether it’s creating top-quality products for our customers or ensuring the best possible care and support for our employees.

• Innovation and Evolution: Innovation is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to evolving our product offerings and fostering an environment where employees can learn, grow, and develop their skills.

• Mid-Sized, Accessible Team: With over 200 employees, we maintain a close-knit, mid-sized company culture where everyone is accessible, and collaboration is encouraged.

• Feedback and Improvement Culture: We embrace a strong feedback culture, conducting regular surveys and annual personal development reviews to continually enhance our ways of working.

• Growth-Focused Hiring: Driven by sustained growth, we've added over 100 employees at varying levels of experience across the past few years.

• Internal Mobility: We prioritize promoting from within, offering employees exciting opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.

• Long-Term Commitment: Our employees stay with us for an average of 8.2 years, more than double the industry average—a testament to our supportive and engaging work environment.

• International Presence: With offices in Finland, Sweden, and the UK, and employees located across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our international teams.

• Balanced and Ambitious: We offer a relaxed working environment where achieving work-life balance is key, while also driving for strong professional and business growth.

• Dedicated Wellbeing Day: Each employee receives an annual wellbeing day, a day dedicated to recharging in whatever way works best for them.

• Empower Hour: Every employee benefits from a weekly "Empower Hour," which can be used for personal wellbeing, community involvement, or learning and development.

• Learning Opportunities: We encourage continuous learning through our online platform, offering access to a wide variety of topics to support your personal and professional growth.

The recruitment is done in co-operation between Talented and Helvar. Talented will be handling all of the applications, and will be the one to reach out to each of the candidates. Application period is open until June 9th, 2025.