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Cloud Architect
Avanade is the perfect stage to bring your thoughtful, energetic, and curious approach to technology consulting.
Our talented Azure Platform Practice consists of some of the most dedicated and passionate in the field and we plan to grow! With Avanade, you will be focusing on the Azure Public Cloud, Edge and Hybrid and working with the newest Microsoft technologies on exciting client projects. If you like pushing boundaries by outsmarting challenges, read on!
Come join us
The Azure Platform Practice is at the core of Avanade's excellence: delivering high-quality, complex projects with global impact. We focus on building and running reliable and secure cloud foundations - from large-scale landing zones to data and application platforms. We are committed to making our clients' cloud journey smooth - whether it's moving existing systems to help in datacenter exits, or creating new cloud-native solutions, or improving an existing cloud presence. Innovation and client satisfaction are part of our essence.
Our team is a fast-growing, diverse group of more than 150 passionate enthusiasts and specialists in Azure technologies. We actively acknowledge and reward quality, encourage learning and have a strong focus on the career and development opportunities of all our people, making sure our employees are proud of working at Avanade is central to us!
Together we do what matters.
What you'll do
- Use your deep knowledge of Azure cloud services to design resilient, scalable and secure cloud environments covering the full breadth of the Azure platform
- Design and implement Azure Landing Zones to establish a scalable, secure and compliant foundation for deploying cloud services.
- Lead complex migrations for on-premises infrastructure, applications, and databases to Azure.
- Develop solutions for Edge and Hybrid scenarios by integrating Azure Stack and other technologies to extend Azure capabilities to on-premises environments and edge devices.
- Architect and deploy Cloud Native solutions using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, and Azure DevOps.
Skills and experiences
- You have extensive experience leading the design, development, and deployment of Azure-based solutions - you can see the big picture but maintain credible hands-on skills.
- You can take ownership of complex technical challenges and drive to conclusion.
- You have great communication and interpersonal skills and can convey concepts so everyone understands.
- You're are able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels - including upto C-level
- You are comfortable overseeing and providing technical guidance to large and small teams to design and implement solutions.
- You are able to work alongside delivery leadership to create and implement work plan for your solutions.
About you
Characteristics that can spell success for this role
- Analytical, curious, agile
- Team player and good communicator
- Problem-solver, patient, quality-driven
- Self-motivating
- Innovative mindset
Enjoy your career
Some of the best things about working at Avanade
- Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row)
- Exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
- Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
- Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth
- Engaged and helpful co-workers genuinely interested in you
Find out more about some of our benefits (1) here.
A great place to work
As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you'll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!
We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our (2) Inclusion & Diversity page.
Create a future for our people that focuses on
- Expanding your thinking - Experimenting courageously - Learning and pivoting
Inspire greatness in our people by
- Empowering every voice - Encouraging boldness - Celebrating progress
Accelerate the impact of our people by
- Amazing the client - Prioritizing what matters - Acting as one
Learn more
To learn more about the types of projects our Infrastructure team works on check out these case studies:
- (3) Home Group keeps customer data safe
- (4) Landmark Information Group finds a new home for its data in the cloud
(5) - Learn more about the Newcastle Engineering Hub here
- (6) Mangata Networks enters strategic partnership with Avanade to co-develop global Microsoft AI-enabled edge-to-cloud services with satellite connectivity
Interested in knowing what's going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs:
- (7) Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrow's innovation
- I(8) nside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade
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**The team you'll be working with:**
As part of our Consulting, Strategy and Advisory practice in the UK&I you will be working with a range of client organisations that may be in sectors where you have prior experience or may in some cases be entirely new for you.
You'll be joining an agile, innovative and extremely people focused company; it feels like a start-up but with serious backing and has the reputation of exceptional end-to-end solutions.
**What you'll be doing:**
+ Focusing on client delivery, foresight / innovation and working in collaborative teams to build long-term trusted relationships.
+ Delivering industry-leading business and digital solutions to our clients; contributing through a hugely valued skill set.
+ Collaborating with clients, applying a strong consultative approach, adding true value with both your Architectural skillset and demonstrated experience selling the metrics of a good API strategy to senior business and IT stakeholders.
+ As a team, we all contribute to growth. This means being a part of business development and proactively finding opportunities to support the growth of others, be they team members, clients or charities that we support.
**What experience you'll bring:**
A track record of working in a consulting environment coupled with knowledge of architectural frameworks to support structured work methodologies, such as TOGAF and Zachman Frameworks. You will also be able to demonstrate experience of headless architectures, web security standards and Microservices.
You'll also bring:
+ Delivery with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE), such as with Archimate and Sparx EA.
+ Broad expertise of technologies and applications, such as integration and messaging services, ERP, CRM, Case Management, online / digital services and be familiar with market research and emerging technology approaches.
+ Have a solid grasp and the ability to use various architecture and application deployment patterns, such as SOA, microservices, event-driven, layered models, and so on.
+ Strong expertise in creating conceptual designs for business cases, as well as high-level and low-level design documentation.
+ The ability to spot and address common themes and architecturally significant concerns
+ Excellent communication skills and strengths in producing high quality and accurate documentation.
+ Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills.
+ Adept in using a range of influencing styles to building strong sustainable relationships.
**Who we are:**
We're a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.
Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women's Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.
For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA ( we'll offer you:**
We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: NTT DATA ( are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer - we want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application and interview process, if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we look forward to hearing from you.
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Our client, a revolutionary digital transformation consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cloud Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions for a diverse range of clients. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the UK. You will be at the forefront of designing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructures that drive business innovation and digital advancement.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and architecting robust, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Leading the technical design and implementation of complex cloud migration projects.
• Developing and enforcing cloud best practices, security standards, and governance frameworks.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to a team of cloud engineers and developers.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Evaluating and recommending new cloud technologies and services to enhance our client's offerings.
• Creating detailed architectural documentation, including diagrams, proposals, and specifications.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Driving innovation in cloud-native development and microservices architectures.
• Ensuring the security, compliance, and performance of all cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architecture, with significant experience in designing and deploying solutions on major cloud platforms. Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines is essential. You should possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. A deep understanding of network security, data protection, and cloud governance is also required. This remote role offers a unique opportunity to shape the cloud strategies of leading businesses from your home office, contributing to significant digital transformation initiatives within the Birmingham, West Midlands, UK tech ecosystem.

Our client is looking for a visionary Lead Cloud Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from any location within the UK. You will play a pivotal role in defining cloud strategy, architecture, and best practices across the organisation. Responsibilities include leading the design of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. You will collaborate closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and efficient deployment of applications. This role demands a deep understanding of microservices, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. You will also be responsible for evaluating new cloud technologies, developing technical roadmaps, and mentoring junior architects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud architecture, a strong understanding of network security, data management, and infrastructure-as-code principles. Excellent communication and leadership skills are crucial to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will be instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring our cloud environments meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. This opportunity provides a chance to shape the future of our cloud infrastructure in a supportive and collaborative remote working environment. If you are passionate about cloud technology and thrive on solving complex architectural challenges, this role is for you.

Our client is looking for a visionary Lead Cloud Architect to join their innovative technology team. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to shape and guide the company's cloud strategy. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, resilient, and secure cloud-based solutions across our client's infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include developing architectural blueprints, defining cloud governance policies, and leading the technical design of cloud services. You will collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and security teams to ensure best practices are followed and that our cloud environment meets business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing and deploying complex cloud architectures on major platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. A deep understanding of cloud-native technologies, microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines is essential. You should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Experience in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation is highly desirable. This role requires a forward-thinking individual who can anticipate future technology trends and translate them into practical, effective architectural solutions. If you are passionate about cloud technology and eager to lead architectural innovation in a remote-first setting, this is the perfect opportunity.

Our client is looking for a visionary Lead Cloud Architect to join their fully remote team, contributing to cutting-edge architectural design and implementation. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of their cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness. This role demands a strategic thinker with extensive experience in designing and deploying robust cloud solutions across multiple cloud platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical blueprints, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Designing, building, and managing enterprise-scale cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Defining cloud strategy, governance, and best practices to ensure compliance and security.
• Leading the evaluation and adoption of new cloud technologies and services.
• Collaborating with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineers and architects.
• Developing and maintaining architectural documentation and roadmaps.
• Troubleshooting complex cloud-related issues and implementing efficient solutions.
• Ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and performance tuning of cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software architecture, with a deep understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines. Proven experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and a passion for automation are essential. You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, coupled with significant cloud architecture experience, is required. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work with a globally distributed, innovative team.

UBDS is a leading digital transformation consultancy that empowers organizations to achieve their strategic goals through innovative technology solutions. We are committed to delivering excellence and driving impactful change for our clients.

As a Cloud Architect at UBDS Group, you will take on a pivotal role in shaping the Infrastructure that drive our clients' digital transformation initiatives. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructures using various cloud & Infrastructure platforms, deploying scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions tailored to their unique business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with clients to understand their strategic goals and translate them into cloud architecture solutions.
• Design and implement cloud infrastructure aligned with industry best practices and security standards.
• Recommend the right mix of cloud services, tools, and technologies to meet client needs.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across the full project lifecycle.
• Support development teams with architectural guidance and troubleshooting.
• Monitor and optimise cloud environments for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Stay ahead of the curve with emerging cloud trends and technologies.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, and ideally GCP.
• Hands on technical knowledge of Infrastructure technology covering Cloud, Virtualisation, Networking and Storage
• Strong grasp of cloud architecture principles, patterns, and security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative, client-focused mindset.
• Strong communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Environment

You’ll be working with a modern and diverse tech stack, including:

• Cloud - Azure and AWS
• Virtualisation:  VMware ESX
• Storage:  Dell PowerScale, HP Alletra, Dell Compellent
• Hardware:  Dell, HP
• Networking:  VMware NSX, Aruba, Ruckus (Switching & WiFi), Brocade, Fortinet Firewalls

Benefits

Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group

 Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.

 UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK

UBDS is a leading digital transformation consultancy that empowers organizations to achieve their strategic goals through innovative technology solutions. We are committed to delivering excellence and driving impactful change for our clients.

As a Cloud Architect at UBDS Group, you will take on a pivotal role in shaping the Infrastructure that drive our clients' digital transformation initiatives. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructures using various cloud & Infrastructure platforms, deploying scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions tailored to their unique business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with clients to understand their strategic goals and translate them into cloud architecture solutions.
• Design and implement cloud infrastructure aligned with industry best practices and security standards.
• Recommend the right mix of cloud services, tools, and technologies to meet client needs.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across the full project lifecycle.
• Support development teams with architectural guidance and troubleshooting.
• Monitor and optimise cloud environments for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Stay ahead of the curve with emerging cloud trends and technologies.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, and ideally GCP.
• Hands on technical knowledge of Infrastructure technology covering Cloud, Virtualisation, Networking and Storage
• Strong grasp of cloud architecture principles, patterns, and security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative, client-focused mindset.
• Strong communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Environment

You’ll be working with a modern and diverse tech stack, including:

• Cloud - Azure and AWS
• Virtualisation:  VMware ESX
• Storage:  Dell PowerScale, HP Alletra, Dell Compellent
• Hardware:  Dell, HP
• Networking:  VMware NSX, Aruba, Ruckus (Switching & WiFi), Brocade, Fortinet Firewalls

Benefits

Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group

 Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.

 UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK

Description

As a Senior ProServe Cloud Architect, you will contribute to shape transformational projects with our key customers by forming strategical relationships. You will partner with senior executives, dive deep into their business objectives and develop new products using the latest advancements in cloud technology.



Do you have experience delivering IT solutions in agile environment - plan, organize, and manage all phases of a project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery?



Come build the future with us.



AWS Sales, Marketing, and Global Services (SMGS) is responsible for driving revenue, adoption, and growth from the largest and fastest growing small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level customers including public sector. The AWS Global Support team interacts with leading companies and believes that world-class support is critical to customer success. AWS Support also partners with a global list of customers that are building mission-critical applications on top of AWS services.



AWS Professional Services engage in a wide variety of projects for customers and partners, providing collective experience from across the AWS customer base. We are obsessed about delivering success for the Customer. Our team collaborates across the entire AWS organization to bring access to product and service teams, to get the right solution delivered and drive feature innovation based upon customer needs.



Key job responsibilities

In this role you will have a lot of freedom to guide the customer as per their best businessu2019 interest. You will help with building a team, and developing a roadmap and guiding customers through each stage of their transformation journey working together with our various services teams and sales organisation. Running pre-sales architectural discussions and design workshops with customers will help you to understand customeru2019s technical requirements deeply and translate it into a compelling business case.

Basic Qualifications

- 12+ years of experience designing, implementation and consulting with distributed applications

- 10+ years of architecture experience in infrastructure, databases, or application development

- Deep understanding of cloud platform services, cloud-native architectures, and cloud infrastructure

- Relevant experience in technology/software sales, pre-sales, or consulting in Media, Entertainment or Gaming industry.

Preferred Qualifications

- Practical knowledge of Agile project management and software development methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe

- Experience migrating or transforming legacy customer solutions to the cloud and/or operating solutions built on AWS

- Expertise in DevOps, Big Data, Machine Learning, or Serverless Computing

- Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort speaking with executives, IT Management, and developers. Experience in Infrastructure automation through DevOps scripting (E.g. shell, Python, Ruby, Powershell)



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