Migration Architect - Data Centre Exit

• Lead the design and delivery of end-to-end migration architectures across AWS, private cloud, and on-premise environments.
• Define migration patterns, strategies, and reference architectures, conducting impact analysis to support architectural decisions.
• Oversee migration engineers during build and cutover phases, ensuring smooth execution.
• Review and approve design documents, ensuring solutions are scalable, robust, and aligned with programme standards.
• Analyse source environments, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and provide architectural oversight throughout all project phases.
• Collaborate closely with technical teams, programme leads, and stakeholders to ensure successful migration outcomes.
• Support junior architects and contribute to continuous improvement of migration methodologies.

Minimum of 5 years UK residency- Ability to obtain SC clearance, * Extensive experience with migrations to AWS, private cloud, and on-premise environments.

• Proven ability to work within multi-supplier environments and lead architectural design efforts.
• Strong background in application architecture and cloud migration methodologies.
• Experience creating reference architectures and conducting impact analysis.
• Ability to lead technical teams during migration build and cutover activities.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Mandatory Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years UK residency.
• Experience with cloud migration, architecture design, and technical leadership.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance (Client will facilitate BPSS and SC clearance).
• Onsite presence required for initial weeks to understand project scope.

Desired Skills:

• Experience working in large-scale transformation projects.
• Knowledge of migration patterns, impact analysis, and artefact creation.

Education & Certifications:

• Relevant technical qualifications in cloud architecture or related fields are preferred.

This is a fantastic chance to be part of a significant transformation project, working with a dynamic team and supporting a major data centre exit. If you're ready to lead complex cloud migrations and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!