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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Architect - **Company:** Deloitte - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Google Cloud, Technical Debt - **Published:** May 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://apply.deloitte.co.uk/UKCareers/JobDetail/Associate-Director-Platform-Architect-Technology-Industry-Engineering-Technology-Transformation/23459 ## About the Role * Extensive experience in technology platform architecture and large-scale transformation programmes for technology companies. * Deep hands-on expertise in architecting and optimising technology platforms, including AWS, GCP and Azure. * Proven track record in business development, including opportunity identification, proposal shaping, bid management, and client relationship management in the technology sector. * Strong understanding of operational effectiveness in technology delivery, including DevOps, automation, ITSM, cost management, and optimisation strategies. * Ability to engage with senior client stakeholders, translating business requirements into platform strategies and communicating complex concepts clearly. * Familiarity with the challenges faced by technology companies, such as rapid scaling, cost optimisation, technical debt, and regulatory compliance. * Commitment to mentoring and developing junior colleagues, sharing technology platform architecture knowledge, and supporting a high-performing, inclusive team culture. * Relevant cloud and technology certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TM Forum certifications). ## Description As a Platform Architect, you will hold a broad remit of responsibilities, which may flex depending on the specific client engagement. You will provide technical leadership and architectural vision to multi-capability and often multi-geography teams, ensuring the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure technology solutions that deliver business-critical outcomes for our clients. You will apply your deep technical expertise and architectural understanding, coupled with a strong grasp of the technology industry (and wider TMT experience), to support clients in navigating their complex technical challenges., * Architect and optimise core technology platforms, ensuring they are fit for purpose, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. * Lead platform transformation programmes, including cloud migration, automation, and adoption of DevOps practices. * Develop platform modernisation strategies, addressing technical debt, cost optimisation, and regulatory compliance. * Shape and deliver operational improvement plans, embedding best practices in ITSM, cost management, and platform governance. * Manage integration of platforms with legacy and next-generation network elements, ensuring seamless operation and future readiness. * Build and manage senior client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on platform investment and transformation to senior technology and engineering executives. * Represent Deloitte in industry forums and thought leadership initiatives, enhancing the firm's reputation in the technology sector. * Mentor and develop junior platform architects, supporting a high-performing, inclusive team culture. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Platform Engineering vs. DevOps Why not both?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/885-platform-engineering-vs-devops-why-not-both) - [Resolving technical debts in software architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1680-resolving-technical-debts-in-software-architecture) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Cloud Run- the rise of serverless and containerization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/106-cloud-run-the-rise-of-serverless-and-containerization) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)