Senior Cloud Solutions Architect - Remote
- stoke on trent, staffordshire, ST1 2JP, United Kingdom
- Full time
- Remote
- £110,000 - £110,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their team, working entirely remotely. This role is crucial for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures that support the company's strategic objectives. You will guide technical direction, advise on cloud best practices, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful cloud adoption and optimization. This is an exceptional opportunity for a cloud expert to shape the future of our technological infrastructure from anywhere.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Develop and document cloud strategy, best practices, and reference architectures for various business needs.
- Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of cloud services.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud technologies, migration strategies, and cost optimization.
- Evaluate new cloud services and technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency improvements.
- Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and provide effective solutions to ensure system stability and performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and design.
- Deep expertise in one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including their core services and features.
- Proven experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).
- Strong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, suitable for a remote-first role.
Benefits
- Extremely competitive salary with executive-level bonuses.
- Fully remote position offering global flexibility and work-life balance.
- Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Generous paid time off and sabbaticals for long-term employees.
- Company-provided equipment and a home office stipend.
- Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and continuous learning opportunities.


