Cloud Enterprise Junior Architect
Pubblicato il 09-08-2026 - Msc Cruises in Napoli
Overview Job Purpose: The role is aimed at turning MSC's Sail-as-One (SAO) principles and cloud strategy into governed, reusable cloud reference architectures that enable secure, scalable and cost-efficient solutions across the Cruise Division.Key Accountabilities
- Translate the Sail-as-One (SAO) principles and cloud strategy into reference architectures, standards and actionable implementation roadmaps.
- Design cloud-native, reusable and AI-enabled architecture patterns aligned with MSC's target operating model.
- Define cloud landing zones, governance guardrails and standards covering security, compliance, resilience and cost (FinOps).
- Review High-Level Designs (HLD) with delivery and product teams to ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture.
- Assess and select cloud services and technologies, balancing innovation, total cost of ownership and risk.
- Drive the migration and modernization of applications to cloud, de-risking transition and reducing technical debt.
- Promote architecture reuse and knowledge-sharing across the Cloud Chapter and the wider EA community.
- Track emerging cloud trends and evolve the cloud reference architecture accordingly.
- Contribute to CapEx/OpEx governance through capacity, cost and performance optimization.
Requirements
- English and Italian as primary working languages.
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields;
cloud architecture certification (e.G. Azure/AWS Solutions Architect) strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in cloud / solution architecture roles, including hands-on design of cloud-native solutions and the definition of standards or reference architectures.
- Experience in complex, multi-divisional enterprise environments.
- Strong technical skills across at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred — landing zones, AKS, networking, Key Vault), Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/Bicep), architecture modelling tools and FinOps practices.
- Strategic and systems thinking,
with the ability to connect business strategy to technology decisions.
- Stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, stakeholders, partners and vendors.
- Problem-solving with a de-risking mindset.
- Collaboration and knowledge-sharing across chapters and communities of practice.
- Experience leading large-scale cloud migration or modernization programmes will be considered an advantage.
- Background in travel, hospitality or another large-scale consumer business will be considered an advantage.
Visa requirements Right to work in Italy
What we offer Contract
- Type of contract: Permanent
- Hybrid working model: 2 days per week remotely
- Applicable Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL): “Addetti agli uffici ed ai terminals delle società di navigazione che esercitano l’armamento privato” – sez. personale di terra
- Gross annual salary (RAL): between €45.000 – €52.000 gross per year, paid over 14 monthly installments
- Meal vouchers: worth €8 per on-site working day
The offer in terms of salary will be determined based on the candidate’s professional experience, technical competencies, and the level of autonomy and responsibility assigned to the role.
Welfare & Wellbeing We offer a range of Welfare & Wellbeing Initiatives as well as benefits including Productivity award, Health Insurance, Learning opportunities, flexible working hours, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounts & Partnerships within the MSC group.
Our commitment We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.
Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!