Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their IT and Software team in Bristol . This strategic role is responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of complex cloud solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization to develop innovative, scalable, and secure cloud architectures. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary architect to drive digital transformation and shape the future of our cloud infrastructure, contributing to a company culture that champions technological advancement and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on platforms such as AWS , Azure , or GCP .
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Develop roadmaps for cloud adoption, migration strategies, and modernization initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices, security standards, and cost optimization.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance existing solutions.
• Create detailed architectural documentation, diagrams, and presentations for various audiences.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in IT architecture, with a significant focus on cloud computing and solutions design.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying complex solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, networking, and data management strategies.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architectures is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Very competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact cloud transformation projects.
• Comprehensive private healthcare and wellness programs.
• Generous pension contributions and life insurance.
• Significant budget for professional development and industry certifications.