Cloud Architect

JUARA IT SOLUTIONS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to design and implement scalable cloud solutions. The role focuses on driving cloud strategy, overseeing DevOps practices, and ensuring security compliance. Candidates should have over 10 years of technical experience, including 5 years in cloud architecture, and hold a degree in Science or Engineering from a premier institution. This is a key role in shaping cloud infrastructure and best practices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical experience, with 5+ years in cloud architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute cloud architecture strategy across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Lead DevOps initiatives, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and container orchestration.
• Ensure cloud governance, security standards, and compliance are maintained across environments.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency of cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Cloud strategy and architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

DevOps, CI/CD, automation

Cloud security and governance standards

Agile methodologies and stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering from a premier institution

Job description

Job Title: Cloud Architect

Location: UK
Experience: 10+ Years (Technical)
Notice Period: Immediate or up to 30 Days

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions. The role involves driving cloud strategy, DevOps practices, governance, and security compliance, working closely with engineering and product teams to ensure robust architecture aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute cloud architecture strategy across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Lead DevOps initiatives, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Ensure cloud governance, security standards, and compliance are maintained across environments.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency of cloud infrastructure.
• Make informed architectural decisions balancing business needs, performance, and security.
• Mentor teams on cloud best practices and architecture principles.

Key Focus Areas

• Scalable cloud architecture
• DevOps & CI/CD implementation
• Governance & security compliance

Must-Have Skills

• Cloud strategy and architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• DevOps, CI/CD, automation
• Cloud security and governance standards
• Agile methodologies and stakeholder collaboration

Experience & Education

• 10+ years of technical experience, with 5+ years in cloud architecture
• Degree in Science or Engineering from a premier institution