AWS Solutions Architect

EMBS Engineering; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology consultancy is seeking an experienced AWS Solutions Architect to take a senior role in shaping cloud strategy and delivery. This position involves leading the design of AWS solutions and guiding enterprise migrations. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years in technology, with a solid AWS background and strong stakeholder management skills. The role offers a salary between £120,000 and £150,000 plus bonuses, with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years in technology, with at least 7 years focused on AWS cloud architecture.
• Proven expertise in cloud migration, DevOps, and modern application design.
• Experience leading technical teams and driving AWS cloud transformations at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of AWS‑based cloud architectures.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and client teams.
• Guide and mentor Cloud Engineering teams through AWS transformation projects.

Skills

AWS cloud architecture

Cloud migration

DevOps

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Stakeholder management

Tools

CloudFormation

Terraform

Job description

AWS Solutions Architect
Location: London or within commuting distance (around 1 hour)
Salary: £120,000 - £150,000 base + bonus

A leading global technology consultancy is looking for an experienced AWS Solutions Architect to play a senior role in shaping cloud strategy and delivery across large‑scale transformation programmes.

This is a hands‑on, strategic role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, architecture, and leadership. You ll be responsible for designing AWS cloud solutions, leading DevOps initiatives, and guiding enterprise migrations – while collaborating with senior stakeholders across both technical and commercial teams.

If you re passionate about cloud innovation and enjoy solving complex challenges in large‑scale environments, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

What you ll do

• Lead the design and delivery of AWS‑based cloud architectures across migration, DevOps, and application modernisation projects.
• Drive the development of internal AWS capabilities, ensuring best practices and high standards of technical delivery.
• Oversee cloud design efforts based on industry frameworks and best‑in‑class architecture patterns.
• Play a key role in technical pre‑sales and solution definition for new cloud opportunities.
• Guide and mentor Cloud Engineering teams through AWS transformation projects.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and client teams, ensuring transparency and effective communication throughout delivery.
• Influence senior decision‑makers, using your technical credibility to shape strategy and deliver measurable business outcomes.

What you ll bring

• 15+ years in technology, with at least 7 years focused on AWS cloud architecture.
• Proven expertise in cloud migration, DevOps, and modern application design.
• Strong technical foundation in automation, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform).
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills – comfortable operating at senior level.
• Experience leading technical teams and driving AWS cloud transformations at scale.
• Ideally from a product‑based or enterprise background, bringing a deep sense of ownership and delivery accountability.
• Strategic, commercially aware, and confident advising clients on both technical and business outcomes.

Nice to have

• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect – Professional, DevOps Engineer).
• Experience working with large enterprise environments or complex multi‑cloud ecosystems.

Package

• £120,000 – £150,000 base salary + annual bonus.
• Hybrid working model – remote with travel for client meetings across the UK (primarily London).
• High‑impact projects across enterprise cloud transformation and digital modernisation.
• Inclusive, collaborative environment with strong focus on technical excellence and career development.

If you re an experienced AWS Solutions Architect with a strong DevOps background and a passion for delivering enterprise‑scale transformation, we d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of cloud architecture in the enterprise technology space.