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Cloud Solution Architect (AWS/Azure)
Onsite 2dpw minimum in either London or Manchester (wherever is closer)
85,000 - 105,000
Our client is searching for a Cloud Solution Architect. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions across Azure, AWS and GCP. You will play a key role in cloud strategy, governance, and migration initiatives while ensuring compliance with security standards and industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Cloud Architecture Design: Develop end-to-end cloud solutions on Azure and AWS that meet business and technical requirements.
* Strategic Cloud Governance: Establish cloud strategies, frameworks, and best practices aligned with industry standards.
* Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Integration: Design solutions to seamlessly integrate on-premises and multi-cloud environments.
* Cloud Migration Leadership: Oversee cloud migration projects, including assessment, planning, and execution.
* Application Development Support: Collaborate with development teams to optimize cloud-native applications, microservices, and APIs.
* Security and Compliance: Implement security controls and ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulations.
* Cost Management: Monitor and optimize cloud resource allocation to balance performance and cost-efficiency.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to deliver aligned solutions.
Experience:
* 5+ years as a Solution Architect or Cloud Architect specializing in Azure and AWS.
* Expertise in designing hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.
* Proven experience leading large-scale cloud migrations and implementing DevOps practices.
Technical Skills:
* Proficiency in Azure and AWS services (e.g., Azure Functions, AWS Lambda, AKS, ECS, IAM).
* Strong knowledge of cloud-native application development, microservices, and serverless frameworks.
* Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates.
* Deep understanding of networking, security, databases, and storage in cloud environments.
* Familiarity with automation and CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible, and Docker.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
* Expertise in cloud security and DevSecOps practices.
* Knowledge of Kubernetes (AKS, EKS) and containerization technologies.
* Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
If you or someone you know of might be interested, please call (phone number removed) and ask for Ben, or email me at
