AWS Architect

Anson McCade; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking an experienced AWS Architect for a contract role focused on delivering secure, cloud-based solutions for public sector programs. This remote-first position offers flexibility with occasional travel to London. Ideal candidates will possess strong AWS architecture knowledge and proven experience working with complex systems in regulated environments. An active NPPV3 clearance is mandatory, with a start date before the end of January.

Benefits

Long-term stability

Remote-first working setup

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an Architect on complex systems.
• Strong AWS architecture and infrastructure knowledge.
• Experience delivering solutions within public sector or regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and own AWS-based architectures across infrastructure and application layers.
• Define full-stack architecture aligned to business and technical requirements.
• Ensure solutions comply with security, governance, and public sector standards.
• Provide architectural oversight across the SDLC, from discovery through delivery.
• Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to guide implementation.

Skills

AWS architecture

Full-stack architecture

Deep understanding of SDLC

Experience in public sector

Active NPPV3 clearance

Job description

AWS Architect – Contract (Inside IR35)

Clearance : Active NPPV3 required

We’re looking for an experienced Architect to support a long-term public sector programme , shaping and delivering secure, cloud-based solutions.

Key Details

• Contract : Inside IR35
• Start date : Before end of January
• Working pattern : Remote-first (UK-based)
• On-site : Occasional travel to London as required
• Day rate : Flexible / experience-dependent
• Clearance : Active NPPV3 required to start (no sponsorship)

Responsibilities

• Design and own AWS-based architectures across infrastructure and application layers
• Define full-stack architecture aligned to business and technical requirements
• Ensure solutions comply with security, governance, and public sector standards
• Provide architectural oversight across the SDLC , from discovery through delivery
• Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to guide implementation

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working as an Architect on complex systems
• Strong AWS architecture and infrastructure knowledge
• Full-stack architecture experience
• Deep understanding of the SDLC and modern delivery practices
• Experience delivering solutions within public sector or regulated environments
• Active NPPV3 clearance

Desirable

• Experience working in secure or law-enforcement environments
• Familiarity with cloud security and compliance standards

This role offers long-term stability , a remote-first setup , and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering mission-critical public sector services .

If you hold active NPPV3 clearance and can start before the end of January , please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.