Cloud Solutions Architect

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Cloud Solutions Architect to join their cutting-edge, remote-first technology team. This senior role will be instrumental in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud strategies and architectures that support our business objectives. You will work with diverse teams to understand their needs and translate them into robust cloud-based solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our cloud infrastructure and lead transformative projects from anywhere within the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document comprehensive cloud architectures on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Lead the migration of existing applications and infrastructure to the cloud, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Define and enforce cloud governance, security best practices, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize cloud resource utilization and costs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud-native technologies and patterns.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies to meet evolving business requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect or in a similar senior cloud engineering role.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their core services.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and database principles within a cloud context.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable and resilient technical solutions, thriving in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Extensive remote work flexibility, enabling you to work from anywhere in the UK.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget for certifications and training.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a leading-edge remote-first company culture.