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# Solution Architect - Cloud & Infrastructure

- **Company:** Oscar Associates (UK) Ltd
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Salary:** £65,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Software Design Documents, Disaster Recovery, High-Level Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Windows Servers, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft SharePoint, System Availability, HybridCloud, Togaf, Microsoft InTune, Cloud Migration, Vmware
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/architect-cloud/oscar-associates-uk-limited-job107774749

## About the Role

We're looking for someone who has experience in:

 * Designing enterprise infrastructure and cloud solutions.
 * Producing HLDs, LLDs and technical design documentation.
 * Leading architecture discussions with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Delivering Azure and hybrid cloud projects.
 * VMware and enterprise infrastructure technologies.
 * Architecture governance and design assurance.
 * Working within complex multi-site environments.

Experience with TOGAF, ITIL or other architecture frameworks would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Desirable Experience

 * Azure Landing Zones
 * Infrastructure as Code
 * Identity & Access Management
 * Microsoft Intune
 * Exchange Online
 * SharePoint Online
 * Microsoft Teams
 * Zero Trust Security
 * Disaster Recovery & High Availability
 * Enterprise Networking

## Description

We're looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join a well-established organisation undergoing significant investment in its technology landscape.

You'll play a key role in designing secure, scalable infrastructure and cloud solutions across a complex enterprise environment, working closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to shape future architecture and ensure successful project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong infrastructure background who has progressed into architecture and enjoys working across both cloud and on-premise technologies.

What You'll Be Doing

 * Design end-to-end infrastructure and cloud solutions across enterprise projects.
 * Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs) and supporting technical documentation.
 * Translate business requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.
 * Provide technical leadership throughout project lifecycles from discovery through to delivery.
 * Define architecture standards, governance and best practices.
 * Work closely with project managers, engineers and third-party suppliers to ensure successful implementation.
 * Review existing platforms and identify opportunities for modernisation and continuous improvement.
 * Balance security, resilience, scalability, supportability and cost when making architecture decisions.

Technical Environment

You'll be working across technologies including:

 * Microsoft Azure
 * Microsoft 365
 * VMware
 * Windows Server
 * Active Directory / Entra ID
 * Networking & Security
 * Hybrid Infrastructure
 * Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
 * Modern Workplace Technologies
 * Cloud Migration & Transformation


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