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Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect
Rate: £395 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 6 months and extension
Location: Fully remote
We are looking for an experienced Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect to lead the transition from a traditional on-prem operating model to a modern, cloud-native architecture. This role will work closely with cloud migration and security specialists to ensure robust, scalable, and automated infrastructure is delivered to support national-level systems.
Key Responsibilities:- Design and oversee multi-cloud infrastructure (networking, identity, DNS, landing zones, etc.) with focus on reliability, performance, and security
- Lead infrastructure workstreams across internal teams and technical suppliers
- Promote automation, self-service, and adoption of open-source technologies
- Develop technical work packages for suppliers and internal delivery teams
- Support DevSecOps practices and ensure secure, maintainable, scalable solutions
- Champion cloud architecture principles, patterns, and governance across delivery teams
- Provide leadership on cost optimisation, FinOps, and operational excellence
- Build and maintain cloud infrastructure roadmaps and vision
- Proven experience in cloud transformation and infrastructure leadership roles
- Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Strong knowledge of Azure and AWS cloud services
- Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation
- Understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native design patterns
- Broad knowledge of cloud security, compliance, governance, and identity management
- Experiencebuildingscalable infrastructure solutions using services such as:
- Terraform / Deployment Manager / CloudFormation / Bicep
- Cloud networking, DNS, identity and access management (IAM)
- GCP Landing Zones, cost optimisation strategies
- Background in developing and maintaining architectural standards and roadmaps
- TOGAF certification and other relevant cloud certifications (Google Cloud Architect preferred, Azure, AWS)
- Public sector, healthcare or NHS-related project experience
- Familiarity with clinical safety and risk management in digital health
- Participation in on-call operational support rotas
This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys shaping future-ready cloud platforms. If you're passionate about automation, infrastructure design, and cloud excellence - we want to hear from you!
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
