AWS Cloud Architect — Remote Contract (Azure→AWS Migration)

Veridox; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect for a 3-month contract to lead a critical migration from Azure to AWS. The ideal candidate has deep experience with managing infrastructure as code using Terraform, understands data residency and compliance standards, and possesses strong communication skills to work with a close-knit engineering team. This high-impact role allows you to define the future of a growing AI company.

Qualifications

• Experience migrating data between Azure and AWS with minimal downtime.
• Strong ability to document and transfer knowledge effectively.
• Familiarity with compliance standards like ISO27001, DORA, SOC2.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and execution of moving databases from Azure to AWS.
• Architect a multi‑region setup ensuring data residency and redundancy.
• Work with teams to set up CI/CD integration for web applications.

Skills

AWS Well‑Architected Framework

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

SQL Proficiency

Communication First

Compliance Buff

Data Residency & Geo‑Redundancy

Identity & Access (OIDC)

Job description

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect for a 3-month contract to lead a critical migration from Azure to AWS. The ideal candidate has deep experience with managing infrastructure as code using Terraform, understands data residency and compliance standards, and possesses strong communication skills to work with a close-knit engineering team. This high-impact role allows you to define the future of a growing AI company.