Technical Architect
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Technical Architect (Research IT) - Contract?? Leeds (Hybrid) / £480 pd (Outside IR35) / 12-month day rate contract / ASAP StartHarvey Nash are delighted to be working with one of the UK's largest universities on a ground breaking transformation programme focused on modernising research infrastructure, which could change the way research is delivered across the UK.This is a high-impact opportunity for a Technical Architect to take ownership of real-world infrastructure design and delivery, bridging the gap between enterprise-level vision and hands-on implementation.You'll play a key role in replacing a core research platform while helping to design and deliver a next-generation, cloud-enabled and HPC-capable research environment.The OpportunityThis role sits at the heart of a major strategic programme to:Replace and modernise an existing Azure-based research platformBuild scalable, cost-effective High Performance Computing (HPC) capabilitiesEstablish a long-term foundation for, Azure Cloud Technical Architect SC Clearance, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Architect, Technical Architecture, Cloud Modernisation, IT Resilience, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Remote (UK) Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before..., Job Description Position: ServiceNow Technical Architect - ITSM, ITOM and ITAM Employment Type: Contract Start: ASAP (March/April 2026) Duration: 6 Months Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Language(s): English Focus on SAP is a specialist SAP and ERP Recruitment organisation...
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research IT across the universityWhat You'll Be DoingLead the design and delivery of infrastructure-focused technical architecture for research systemsTranslate business and research requirements into scalable, secure technical solutionsDesign across:Cloud platforms (Azure primarily)HPC environments (existing + new systems)Storage, compute, and networkingContribute to the replacement of the current research platform and broader research modernisationSupport procurement and technical evaluation of new HPC systems (including off-site infrastructure)Develop reusable architecture assets:Infrastructure-as-Code patternsNon-functional requirementsDesign blueprintsWhat We're Looking ForStrong background as a Technical Architect or Infrastructure Design LeadDeep expertise in Linux systems administrationExperience designing solutions across:Cloud (Azure, AWS, or GCP)Compute, storage, and networkingProven ability to translate requirements into practical, deliverable architecturesExposure to HPC environments (or strong interest in moving into this space)Knowledge of:HPC schedulers (e.g. SLURM)Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, orchestration)Experience with Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps practicesUnderstanding of both cloud and on-prem / physical infrastructureTPBN1_UKTJ Similar jobs, A leading energy company in Greater London is seeking an experienced IT Architect to drive technical architecture and design within the Commodities Trading sector. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership skills, expertise in Azure architecture, and hands-on...
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