Cloud Solutions Architect

• Designing and documenting cloud solution architectures across Azure, AWS and GCP environments
• Translating business requirements into scalable technical designs using APIs, microservices and distributed systems patterns
• Establishing and guiding CI/CD pipelines, containerisation strategies using Docker and Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code approaches with Terraform
• Collaborating with development teams to support adoption of cloud-native technologies, frameworks such as .NET, ASP.NET, Spring Boot and Java, and modern data architectures
• Working with operations and security teams to define cloud governance, compliance frameworks and disaster recovery strategies
• Mentoring junior architects and engineers on cloud best practices, system design principles and enterprise solution patterns
• Evaluating and recommending appropriate technology stacks and cloud services based on performance, cost and organisational strategy, What roles of this type could offerMost roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
• The opportunity to shape technical strategy and influence how organisations adopt cloud technologies
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical system design across multiple industries and sectors
• Scope to mentor and develop junior architects and engineering teams
• Potential progression toward principal or lead architecture roles as expertise deepens
• Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and emerging cloud-native patterns
• Flexibility and the ability to work across multiple clients and business challenges
• Support for continuous learning through certifications, training and professional development

• Day rate: £600-800 per day (senior) or £250-280 per day (entry-level)
• Degree level: Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect Associate or equivalent cloud certification, * Proven experience designing and delivering cloud solutions on Azure, AWS or GCP at scale
• Deep technical knowledge of microservices architecture, distributed systems, APIs and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong background with modern application frameworks: .NET, ASP.NET, Spring Boot or equivalent
• Experience with CI/CD tooling, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform) and cloud automation
• Knowledge of database design, SQL and data pipeline architecture
• Understanding of security, compliance and cloud governance frameworks
• Master's degree in Computer Science or demonstrated equivalent technical expertise
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification or equivalent cloud qualification

Nice-to-have

• Experience with SAP cloud migration (SAP RISE, S/4HANA, ECC) or enterprise data platforms
• Exposure to Python, Bash or advanced scripting
• Familiarity with monitoring, logging and observability tools including Power BI
• Experience in regulated industries or with compliance frameworks such as CSDR, QMS or QARA
• Knowledge of network architecture (F5, DMZ) or Linux/Windows administration

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