1,234 Cloud Architecture jobs in the United Kingdom

• Leading the design and architecture of cloud-based solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Mentoring and guiding a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Developing and enforcing coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns.
• Overseeing the implementation of CI/CD pipelines and automation strategies for efficient software delivery.
• Collaborating with product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Evaluating and recommending new technologies and tools to enhance development processes and product capabilities.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues across development, testing, and production environments.
• Driving the adoption of microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Ensuring robust security measures are integrated into the cloud architecture and development process.
• Contributing to strategic technical planning and roadmap development.

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, high-performance cloud-based applications and services.
• Architect and implement robust microservices using modern frameworks and patterns.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Implement and enforce best practices in coding standards, testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and architectural decisions of the platform.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in cloud computing and software development.
• Ensure security best practices are integrated into all aspects of the platform development lifecycle.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with at least 4 years focused on cloud platforms.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, or Node.js.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and associated services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.

• Designing and architecting enterprise-grade cloud solutions on AWS and Azure, encompassing compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
• Developing comprehensive cloud migration strategies and roadmaps for on-premises applications and infrastructure.
• Leading the implementation and deployment of cloud services, ensuring alignment with best practices for scalability, resilience, and performance.
• Collaborating with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence of cloud environments.
• Evaluating and recommending new cloud technologies, services, and tools to enhance the existing infrastructure.
• Defining cloud governance policies, cost management strategies, and security best practices.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to solution architects and engineering teams.
• Conducting proof-of-concepts (POCs) for new cloud services and features.
• Troubleshooting complex cloud-related issues and driving resolution.
• Presenting architectural designs and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Deploy and troubleshoot Flexera EKS and AKS agents across AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Utilise infrastructure-as-code principles with Terraform and PowerShell to automate agent deployment and manage core infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal business units to navigate legacy and custom-built environments, ensuring successful agent deployment despite technical inconsistencies.
• Solve complex networking challenges , including DNS entries, static routes, and security configurations to ensure agent-to-server communication.
• UK security clearance is required.

• Extensive experience with AWS, Azure, Windows, and Linux operating systems (specifically Red Hat and Bottle Rocket).
• A proven track record of being an effective, hands-on practitioner and problem-solver.
• The ability to contribute to high-level architectural planning for a comprehensive IT estate view, including platforms like IBM Skytap and high-volume containerised environments.
• You must have UK Security Clearance

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – Stoke on Trent (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Infrastructure Cloud Engineer with 2-3 years’ experience with Cloud platforms, our client is flexible around AWS, Azure, or GCP.  You will have Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. This would suit an experienced engineer with Linux/Unix or Windows server administration in a cloud or virtualised environment with basic networking (VPCs, subnets, routing, firewalls, VPNs) in a cloud context. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps is desired. My client would be looking for someone with scripting langs Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation. Understanding monitoring tools, logging tools such as CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Stackdriver or similar.

This is to join a highly talented growing team in Stoke on Trent, supporting exciting projects and delivering secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions to end clients.

You’ll help design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure across public and hybrid environments, using Infrastructure-as-Code tools. The role also involves monitoring for performance, availability, and security, as well as assisting with incident response and troubleshooting. Collaboration is key, and you’ll work with engineers and architects to create reusable templates, drive automation, and support cost optimisation.

This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career, working on high-security projects in a collaborative environment.

For more info pls get in touch.

Infrastructure Engineer - Chippenham (Hybrid) - 6-month FTC - Up to 55k-70k + Bonus + Benefits

I'm seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer for a well-established organisation. They have undergone a significant digital transformation journey and looking for someone to join the team, working across high level BAU and projects. They're investing heavily in modern cloud infrastructure with Azure and need someone to manage this transition.

Key responsibilities for the Infrastructure Engineer:

• Working across global teams to design, develop, and maintain secure cloud services
• Working across projects, systems maintenance, and support
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve IT service delivery and system availability
• Leading infrastructure upgrades and Azure-based deployments
• Driving automation, performance, and scalability across a diverse technical environment

As the Infrastructure Engineer, you will have:

• Strong experience across escalated support tickets within enterprise environments
• Proven track record in delivering cloud-focused IT projects
• Azure architecture, design, and security knowledge
• Windows Server 2016+, O365, SharePoint, Exchange experience
• Scripting and automation knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, etc.)
• Firewall, VPN, and secure service edge understanding
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate tech deliverables

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension Private healthcare
• Hybrid working
• Paid qualifications and certificates
• +more

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• Deploy and troubleshoot Flexera EKS and AKS agents across AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Utilise infrastructure-as-code principles with Terraform and PowerShell to automate agent deployment and manage core infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal business units to navigate legacy and custom-built environments, ensuring successful agent deployment despite technical inconsistencies.
• Solve complex networking challenges , including DNS entries, static routes, and security configurations to ensure agent-to-server communication.
• UK security clearance is required.

• Extensive experience with AWS, Azure, Windows, and Linux operating systems (specifically Red Hat and Bottle Rocket).
• A proven track record of being an effective, hands-on practitioner and problem-solver.
• The ability to contribute to high-level architectural planning for a comprehensive IT estate view, including platforms like IBM Skytap and high-volume containerised environments.
• You must have UK Security Clearance