Cloud Native and Microservices Architecture
Master modern cloud computing paradigms and distributed system design for scalable applications. Learn Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and microservices for Nordic enterprises.
Advanced Cloud Architecture Program
This advanced program explores containerization with Docker, orchestration using Kubernetes, and serverless architectures. You'll design microservices with proper service boundaries, implement API gateways, and manage inter-service communication.
The curriculum covers AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud platforms with focus on services used by Nordic enterprises. Students build cloud-native applications including a multi-tenant SaaS platform for Finnish businesses.
Infrastructure as Code using Terraform enables reproducible deployments across environments. Service mesh implementation with Istio provides advanced traffic management and security.
Advanced Skills and Enterprise Career Paths
Cloud Native Expertise
Container Orchestration
- • Docker containerization and multi-stage builds
- • Kubernetes deployment and scaling strategies
- • Service mesh with Istio for traffic management
- • Container security and image optimization
Microservices Design
- • Service boundary definition and domain modeling
- • API gateway implementation and routing
- • Event-driven architecture with message queues
- • Distributed data management patterns
Senior Level Opportunities
Cloud Architect Roles
Lead cloud transformation projects at Finnish enterprises with salaries ranging from €65,000-85,000 for experienced architects.
DevOps Engineering
Senior DevOps engineers with cloud expertise command €55,000-75,000 at Nordic technology companies and consultancies.
Platform Engineering
Platform engineers building internal developer tools and infrastructure earn €60,000-80,000 at scale-up companies.
Enterprise Cloud Technologies
Docker & Containers
Master containerization with Docker, multi-stage builds, image optimization, and container security best practices.
Kubernetes Platform
Deploy and manage applications at scale with Kubernetes, including pods, services, ingress, and operator patterns.
Multi-Cloud Platforms
Work with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud services focusing on compute, storage, networking, and managed databases.
Infrastructure as Code
Automate infrastructure provisioning with Terraform, CloudFormation, and configuration management tools.
Event Streaming
Implement event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, and cloud messaging services.
Observability Stack
Monitor distributed systems with Prometheus, Grafana, Jaeger, and cloud-native observability tools.
Enterprise Security and Compliance
Cloud Security Framework
- Identity and access management (IAM) best practices
- Network security and zero-trust architecture
- Secrets management and encryption at rest/transit
- Container and Kubernetes security hardening
Compliance Standards
- GDPR compliance for Finnish and EU operations
- ISO 27001 security management practices
- SOC 2 Type II compliance requirements
- Data residency and sovereignty requirements
Performance Optimization
- Auto-scaling and load balancing strategies
- CDN implementation and edge computing
- Database optimization and caching layers
- Cost optimization and resource management
Disaster Recovery
- Backup strategies and data replication
- Multi-region deployment and failover
- Incident response and chaos engineering
- Business continuity planning
Ideal Candidates for Advanced Training
Senior Developers
Experienced developers ready to advance into cloud architecture and distributed systems design roles.
Infrastructure Engineers
System administrators and infrastructure professionals transitioning to cloud-native platforms and DevOps practices.
Solution Architects
Technical architects looking to specialize in cloud-native solutions and microservices architecture patterns.
Prerequisites
Technical Foundation
- • 2+ years software development experience
- • Solid understanding of web applications and APIs
- • Basic Linux command line proficiency
- • Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
Professional Experience
- • Experience with database design and management
- • Understanding of networking concepts and protocols
- • Commitment to 20-25 hours per week study time
- • Interest in enterprise-scale system design
Advanced Assessment and Certification
Hands-On Evaluation
Infrastructure Deployment
Deploy multi-tier applications across cloud platforms
Architecture Reviews
Design and defend microservices architecture decisions
Incident Response
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
Professional Certification
Enterprise Projects
Multi-Tenant SaaS Platform
Design and implement scalable SaaS architecture with tenant isolation, billing integration, and monitoring.
Event-Driven E-commerce
Build distributed commerce system with event streaming, inventory management, and payment processing.
IoT Data Processing Pipeline
Create real-time data processing system for IoT devices with edge computing and analytics.
Industry Recognition
Your completed projects demonstrate enterprise-level cloud architecture skills valued by Finnish technology companies.
- • Cloud platform certification preparation (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- • Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam readiness
- • Technical interview preparation for senior roles
- • Portfolio showcasing production-ready architectures
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Master enterprise cloud technologies and microservices architecture. Lead digital transformation projects at Finnish technology companies.