Azure Application Architect

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking an Azure Application Architect to lead transformation through modern engineering practices. In this role, you will bridge engineering and business, guiding teams on Azure Application Modernisation, while shaping innovative solutions for clients in regulated and fast-growing industries.

Benefits

Extensive Insurance

Private healthcare

Pension

Remote-first flexibility

Qualifications

• Hands-on software engineering background (C#, .NET or similar).
• Experience in Azure PaaS services like Kubernetes and Logic Apps.
• Knowledge of modern architecture patterns and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Redesign legacy systems for scalability and performance.
• Guide teams through DevOps and CI/CD adoption.
• Work closely with stakeholders to turn ideas into platforms.
• Shape reference architectures and drive innovation.

Skills

Azure PaaS services

Software engineering

DevOps practices

Application architecture patterns

Influencing skills

C#

.NET

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

? UK-Based | Remote-First with Occasional Travel

? App Innovation | Modernisation | Technical Leadership

Are you an Azure Application Architect, fluent in modern engineering practices and passionate about building the next generation of cloud-native applications on Azure?

Do you want to shape application strategy, modernise legacy platforms, and bring real business innovation to life?

This is more than just an architecture role.

It’s a chance to lead transformation from the inside out, in a business that invests in people, trusts technical leadership, and delivers real outcomes for clients.

? The Role

As an Azure Application Architect, you’ll be the bridge between engineering teams and business outcomes. Working with clients across regulated industries and fast-growth markets, you’ll own:

• Azure Application Modernisation – redesigning legacy systems for scalability, performance and maintainability
• Engineering Leadership – guiding software teams through modern DevOps, IaC, CI/CD and observability adoption
• Stakeholder Influence – working closely with product, delivery, and customer teams to turn ideas into platforms
• Innovation – shaping reference architectures and pushing the envelope on what Azure can enable

What You Bring

• A background in hands-on software engineering (C#, .NET, or similar)
• Deep experience in Azure PaaS services (App Services, Functions, Kubernetes, Logic Apps, etc.)
• Practical knowledge of modern application architecture patterns
• Strong appreciation for DevOps practices, IaC (e.g. Bicep, Terraform), and automation
• The ability to lead and influence both internally and with enterprise clients
• Passion for engineering excellence, community, and continuous improvement

? The Package

• Benefits: Extensive Insurance + Private healthcare, Pension,
• Flexibility: Remote-first with travel to client sites as needed