AWS Solution Architect - Senior Manager
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Job description
As a Senior Manager, you will operate at the intersection of technology leadership, architecture, and client engagement, taking ownership of end-to-end cloud transformation initiatives., * Define cloud strategy, governance frameworks, and AWS architecture standards
- Translate complex business requirements into secure, scalable cloud solutions
- Lead large-scale transformation programmes (e.g. data centre exit, legacy modernisation)
- Drive innovation across data, AI, security, and multi-cloud environments
- Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and regulatory standards
- Engage and influence senior stakeholders and executive-level audiences
- Mentor and develop consultants and managers, building internal capability
- Act as a cloud evangelist, promoting best practices and business value
What You'll Be Doing
- Designing and delivering cloud-native and migration solutions on AWS
- Helping clients move from strategy through to implementation and optimisation
- Working with modern architectures including:
- Serverless
- Microservices
- Containerised workloads
- Supporting continuous improvement through DevOps, CI/CD, and automation practices
Requirements
Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to successful BPSS and SC clearance. Applicants must have 5 years' continuous UK address history at the point of application., If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and want to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies, this role offers exceptional career growth and exposure to large-scale, impactful projects., You are a seasoned cloud professional with strong leadership capability and deep AWS expertise.
Essential Experience
- Proven hands-on experience designing and implementing AWS-based solutions
- Strong background in enterprise architecture and cloud transformation
- Experience aligning technical solutions with business strategy
Certifications & Education
- AWS Certification (Associate or Professional - e.g. Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer)
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Technical Expertise
Architecture & Design
- Translating business needs into scalable cloud architectures
- Cost optimisation and cloud best practices
Data & AI
- Experience with data platforms, analytics, and AI/ML solutions
- Understanding of data lifecycle management
Application Architecture
- Modern cloud patterns (serverless, containers, microservices)
- CI/CD and DevOps methodologies
Security
- Identity & access management, encryption, and compliance frameworks
- Implementing secure-by-design cloud environments
Integration
- API design and event-driven architectures
- Hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity
Non-Functional Design
- High availability, resilience, and scalability
- Disaster recovery and observability
Governance & Compliance
- Cloud governance frameworks and cost control
- Auditing and compliance enforcement
Desirable Skills
- AWS Specialty certifications (e.g. Security, Machine Learning, Advanced Networking)
- Exposure to other cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, Google Cloud)
Benefits & conditions
- Competitive base salary + comprehensive benefits package
- 30 days annual leave
- Private medical insurance
- Additional paid leave for charitable work
- Access to industry-leading training and certifications
- Opportunity to work on high-impact, global projects
Working Model
This role offers a flexible working approach; however, travel to client sites will be required to deliver best-in-class services.
