Azure Architect

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days

Family-friendly policies

Discounted gym membership

Excellent training and development opportunities

Training and development

Gym membership discount

Discounted learning

Job summary

A prominent university in the UK is looking for an Azure Architect to design and implement robust infrastructure solutions within its Microsoft Azure & M365 ecosystem. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless digital workplace experience while aligning technology with business objectives. This full-time role offers hybrid working and a competitive benefits package, including generous leave entitlement and excellent training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing Azure infrastructures.
• Ability to leverage Microsoft’s Azure & M365 services.
• Skill in collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust Azure infrastructure solutions.
• Create a seamless platform & digital workplace experience.
• Align technology with business goals ensuring optimal performance.

Skills

Azure

Cloud architecture

Job description

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University of Portsmouth provided pay range

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As our Microsoft Azure Architect, you will report to the Head of Platforms & Infrastructure and play a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust infrastructure solutions within the University's new Microsoft Azure & M365 ecosystem. Your mission is to create a seamless platform & digital workplace experience by leveraging the full suite of Microsoft’s Azure & M365 services. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, aligning technology with business goals and ensuring scalability, security, and optimal performance. This role is a key part of our transformative journey towards a modern workplace environment.

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. The interviews are currently anticipated to be held in early February 2026.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Christian Johnson at [e-mail].

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family‑friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start‑up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don’t stop there – click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits.

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Higher Education