Cloud Architect

TRIA; Greater London, Sheffield; On-site; GBP 133,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIA in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Azure Cloud Architect to join a high-performing team on an enterprise-scale transformation. Based in Central London or Sheffield, the role is onsite three days per week with occasional travel between sites and up to £900/day Inside IR35.

You will shape cloud strategy, define governance and architecture standards, and collaborate with technology, product, cyber security and delivery teams to drive pragmatic, secure cloud delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Azure architecture within large enterprise environments.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale Azure cloud transformation programmes.
• Knowledge of cloud governance, operating models and architecture standards.
• Ability to influence external suppliers and technical teams without direct authority.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Help shape the future of Cloud and define cloud standards and governance.
• Define architectural direction across technology, product, and cyber security teams.
• Build strong relationships with delivery teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Azure architecture

Enterprise cloud transformation

Cloud governance

Architecture standards

Influence without authority

Strategic delivery

Communication skills

Job description

Central London or Sheffield - 3 days per week onsite, with occasional travel between both sites)

Up to £900/day Inside IR35

We are representing an enterprise-scale business, and an instantly recognisable household name who are on the lookout for a Lead Azure Cloud Architect to join their high performing team.

You will be joining at the early stages of a multi-year transformation, help shape the future of Cloud, as well as help define cloud standards, governance, and architectural direction whilst building strong relationships across technology, product, cyber security, and delivery teams.

We are looking for:

• Proven experience with Azure architecture within large enterprise environments
• Prior exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformation programmes (Azure)
• Knowledge of cloud governance, operating models and architecture standards
• Experience influencing suppliers and technical teams without direct authority
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with pragmatic delivery
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

What we can offer you:

• A fully funded transformation programme expected to run for 2-3 years
• The opportunity to influence cloud strategy from the ground up
• Work alongside senior technology leadership
• High-profile role with organisation-wide visibility
• Opportunity to establish long-term cloud architecture standards rather than maintain existing platforms