296 Azure Architects jobs in the United Kingdom

This vacancy is for candidates who are based in the UK and willing to travel internationally
**About Pearson**
At Pearson we're committed to a world that's always learning. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology, and each other to surpass these boundaries, we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global.
We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.
**Purpose**
The Standards Verifier plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and consistency of vocational qualifications by ensuring that assessment and internal verification practices meet national standards. This involves providing expert subject-specific support to centres, conducting sampling and verification activities, delivering clear and constructive feedback, and contributing to the ongoing development of quality assurance processes. Through regular training, collaboration with internal teams, and engagement with centres, the Standards Verifier helps uphold Pearson's commitment to high-quality, reliable assessment.
**Core Services**
When carrying out your role; please be mindful that you represent Pearson and that you should always maintain your professional integrity. Therefore, it is essential that you:
Ensure compliance with all parts of the terms and conditions and other policies.
Act at all times in a way which will not bring Pearson, it's employees and its representatives into disrepute.
Adhere to Pearson policies and guidance related to data privacy and security of information.
Remain respectful and advocate for others to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion, in a professional manner.
Raise any concerns if you suspect or are made away of any malpractice, maladministration and/ or Safeguarding issues.
Adhere to deadlines given by Pearson and ensure that all work is carried out to the best of an individual's ability.
Respect the confidentiality of centres and learners.
You are responsible for the provision of your own IT equipment and must therefore ensure it is capable of running Pearson required software, relevant malware, appropriate anti-virus software and a suitable internet connection. As well as this we require a Personal email address attached to a secure account. (This cannot be a work email)
Collaborate and communicate in a timely manner with Pearson.
**Role Specific Services and Expectations**
In addition to Pearson's core service expectations, this role requires the following specialised responsibilities:
Stay up to date with relevant qualification specifications and, where applicable, National Occupational Standards.
Provide expert advice, guidance, and support tailored to your subject area and in line with verification requirements.
Attend and complete all mandatory training and annual standardisation activities within required timelines.
Conduct centre visits as required for qualifications involving visiting verification, following guidance from the Assessment team and subject to approval.
Adhere to Pearson's quality assurance processes and follow prescribed sampling strategies for allocated qualifications.
Review learner work and internal verification records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Ensure assessment decisions are valid, consistent, and aligned with national standards.
Provide constructive feedback and support to centres during the sampling process.
Produce comprehensive and actionable sampling reports for each centre visited.
Clearly communicate when standards are not met and outline the necessary corrective actions.
Assist centres in addressing issues, implementing improvements, and maintaining ongoing compliance.
Identify and recommend suitable learner work or assessment materials for use in future training and standardisation events.
Maintain regular communication with your Pearson supervisor and work collaboratively with internal teams.
This role requires a proactive approach to quality assurance and a commitment to maintaining Pearson's high standards across all responsibilities.
**Experience and Qualifications required:**
**Experience:**
As a representative of the company, you will be expected to have experience in, or be able to demonstrate the ability of the following:
Strong background in quality assurance and assessment practices.
Experience in verifying regulated qualifications.
Exceptional communication skills.
Proven ability to deliver and coordinate training sessions, including standardisation and other standards-focused activities.
In-depth knowledge of specifications relevant to your specialist sector, encompassing both internal.
Examples of previous leadership or support roles in essential quality assurance activities.
**Qualifications:**
Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if you have any questions on the requirements.
**Vocational Qualifications (eg. BTEC)**
A minimum of one full academic year of teaching experience in the relevant subject area/sector within the last 8 years and/or extensive knowledge and experience in Pearson assessment, quality and processes and national standards within the last 5 years
Relevant CPD evidence in the subject area/sector within the last 12 months
Hold a relevant qualification in the subject area/sector.
A UK recognised teaching qualification
Please note upon successful application Pearson may ask you to provide proof of the qualifications required.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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**External Examiner (EE)**
**BTEC Higher Nationals**
**Purpose of this Role**
Affirm national standards have been achieved and upheld
Monitor through external examiner sampling and visit activities, centres' compliance with Pearson quality assurance expectations for RQF BTEC Higher National programmes
Support centres during the sampling process
Support centres in the delivery of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standards.
**Key Accountabilities**
Covering a defined range of programmes within a sector, the External Examiner (EE) will:
Undertake sampling of assessed student work within defined parameters and rules to establish that centres are assessing learning outcomes in accordance with Pearson standards for its Higher National qualifications
Provide sampling-related support and development to centres
Produce reports for centres and Pearson on the sampling undertaken, outcomes reached, and support provided
Apply appropriate sanctions in consultation with the team leader where it is deemed assessment outcomes are not consistent with the published national standards being met
Produce targeted actions for centres to assist with remedial actions where national standards are not being upheld
Support centres to understand and implement identified actions
Facilitate the Senior External Examiner (SEE) in sourcing materials for training and standardisation
Report back to Pearson and centres following EE activity within agreed service-level agreements
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of Technical and Professional Assessment in relation to this role
**Previous Experience:** **Essential:**
Significant experience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject area
Hold a qualification at least at Level 6 and a full and relevant competence qualification for working in the sector
Participation annually in online training and standardisation and successful completion of the set standardisation activity
**Desirable:**
Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the sector
A willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre support
**Skills and Knowledge** **Essential:**
Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skills
Good working knowledge of the specifications that comprise the area of expertise for the role
A customer-focused approach
The need to meet deadlines
Develop and monitor clear action plans
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
**Desirable:**
Word processing and intermediate Excel skills
**About Pearson**
We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm.
Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.
Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally.
We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their rapidly growing, fully remote technology division. This pivotal role offers the chance to design, implement, and manage cutting-edge cloud solutions that drive business value. As a remote-first organisation, we embrace flexible working and empower our team members to thrive from anywhere in the UK. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our cloud infrastructure and services.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions across multiple cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and implement cloud migration strategies for existing on-premises applications and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure successful deployment and integration of cloud services.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Define and enforce architectural best practices, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including architectural diagrams and deployment plans.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud trends and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap for cloud adoption and optimisation.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect or similar senior technical role.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud computing concepts and services across major providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Expertise in designing and implementing highly available, fault-tolerant, and disaster-recovery solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Experience working in a remote, collaborative environment.

This role is based in Southampton, Hampshire, UK , but is offered on a fully remote basis, enabling you to work from home across the UK. If you are a visionary architect passionate about cloud technology and eager to lead transformative projects, we want to hear from you.

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm at the forefront of cloud innovation, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their rapidly expanding, fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to shape the future of cloud infrastructure and drive transformative digital solutions for a diverse global client base.

As a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud architectures. You will collaborate closely with clients and internal engineering teams to understand business requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions, leveraging your deep expertise in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). This role demands a strategic mindset, strong technical acumen, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, architect, and implement enterprise-grade cloud solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Lead the technical design and delivery of complex cloud migration projects, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
• Develop and document cloud architecture best practices, standards, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges and translate them into actionable cloud strategies and technical roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance existing solutions and drive innovation.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate architectural designs and demonstrate value.
• Ensure cloud solutions are secure, scalable, highly available, and cost-effective.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.
• Stay current with the latest trends and advancements in cloud computing, DevOps, and related technologies.
• Contribute to pre-sales activities by providing technical expertise and developing proposals.
• Foster strong relationships with cloud platform vendors and partners.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud architecture and implementation.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying solutions on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, identity management, and governance.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Python).
• Excellent understanding of microservices architecture, serverless computing, and modern application development paradigms.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable.
• Experience in a client-facing consulting role is a plus.

This is a fully remote position offering a fantastic opportunity to shape cloud strategies and implement innovative solutions from anywhere in the UK, contributing to the success of a forward-thinking company. The role is ideal for a seasoned architect based in or around **Bristol, South West England, UK**, seeking a challenging and rewarding career.

Our client, a rapidly growing innovator in the IT and Software sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Solutions Architect to join their dynamic team. This role can be based remotely anywhere in the UK, allowing you to leverage your expertise from a convenient location. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable, high-availability, and secure cloud-based solutions across various platforms, primarily focusing on AWS and Azure. This involves collaborating with development teams, business analysts, and project managers to understand requirements and translate them into robust technical architectures. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, containerization technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps principles. You will play a key role in guiding technical decisions, optimising cloud environments for cost and performance, and ensuring adherence to best practices. This position requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and the ability to architect complex systems. You will also be involved in evaluating new cloud technologies and services, contributing to the company's technology roadmap, and mentoring junior engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced architect to make a significant impact in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement enterprise-grade cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop architectural blueprints and documentation for cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Lead the technical design and deployment of cloud services, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud best practices, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services to enhance existing solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing within the team.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements in cloud environments.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and roadmap for cloud adoption and development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, design, and implementation.
• Proven expertise with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and database technologies in a cloud context.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and mentor team members.

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and innovative Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to be based in **Cardiff, Wales, UK**. This role is critical in designing, implementing, and managing our cloud infrastructure and services. You will be instrumental in defining the technical vision and roadmap for our cloud strategy, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include architecting robust cloud solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, and overseeing their deployment and integration with existing systems. You will lead a team of cloud engineers and architects, providing technical guidance and mentorship. This position involves collaborating closely with development, operations, and business teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical designs. You will also be responsible for evaluating new cloud technologies and making recommendations for adoption. Key duties include developing cloud governance frameworks, implementing best practices for cloud security, and managing cloud costs. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud architecture, containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Strong understanding of networking, security principles, and data management in a cloud environment is essential. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the UK, with a focus on asynchronous communication and digital collaboration tools to maintain team cohesion and productivity. You should be adept at working independently and demonstrating strong problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is a must. Join our forward-thinking team and help shape the future of our technological landscape.

Our client is at the forefront of technological innovation and is seeking an exceptional Lead Cloud Solutions Architect to join their expanding, fully remote team. This senior position demands a visionary leader with deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex cloud-based infrastructures. You will be responsible for architecting scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions that meet the evolving needs of our business. This involves evaluating cloud technologies, defining architectural patterns, and guiding development teams in their adoption and implementation.

Your remit will include developing roadmaps for cloud strategy, identifying opportunities for migration and optimization of existing systems, and ensuring best practices in cloud security and compliance are adhered to. You will collaborate closely with product managers, software engineers, and operations teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. You will also play a crucial role in mentoring junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

This fully remote opportunity requires outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. You must be adept at articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. The ability to work independently, take ownership of initiatives, and drive projects to successful completion is paramount. You will be a key influencer in shaping the company's technological future, ensuring our cloud infrastructure is robust, cost-effective, and future-proof. A passion for continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest cloud trends and services is essential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with a significant focus on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience designing and deploying large-scale, mission-critical cloud solutions.
• Expertise in cloud-native technologies, microservices, and containerization (Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and data management in cloud environments.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.