Cloud Architect

Opus Recruitment Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Cloud Architect to design and implement cutting-edge AWS solutions. This high-impact role involves leading cloud migration strategies, solving complex business challenges, and championing AWS security standards. You'll collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and work with the latest AWS technologies. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing national security through innovative cloud solutions. This is your chance to make a real impact while growing your expertise in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in AWS cloud platform architecture and solving complex business issues.
• Hands-on experience with scripting and a solid understanding of Linux and networking.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS, defining cloud reference architectures.
• Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices, working with tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

Skills

AWS Cloud Architecture

Java Programming

Linux

Scripting (Shell, Bash, Python)

Communication Skills

Education

AWS Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

JIRA

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Currently on the lookout for a seasoned Cloud Architect with a passion for designing and implementing cutting-edge AWS solutions? My client are hiring for a confidential, high-impact role with a Defence consultancy that’s heavily invested in our nations security.

Location: Manchester (3 days per week in-office, hybrid working)

Clearance: eDV clearance is essential

What You’ll Do:

• Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns for a large multi-account AWS estate.
• Solve complex business challenges as an AWS subject matter expert, leveraging services like EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, RDS, KMS, ELB, SNS, SQS, and IAM.
• Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices, working with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and more.
• Champion AWS security and network services, ensuring robust cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and motivate teams to adopt new tools and set high standards.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong experience in AWS cloud platform architecture and solving complex business issues.
• Proficiency in Java programming and Linux, with desirable knowledge of Apache NiFi, Node.js, JSON/XML, Jenkins, Maven, BitBucket, or JIRA.
• Hands-on experience with scripting (Shell, Bash, Python) and a solid understanding of Linux, networking, routing, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with operational concepts like monitoring, observability, and FinOps in AWS.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice to Have:

• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, Security, Advanced Networking).
• Experience with scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale).
• A passion for mentoring and stakeholder management.

Why Join?

This is your chance to work on transformative projects in a dynamic, supportive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, work with the latest AWS technologies, and make a real impact.

Drop me a message at [e-mail] or apply directly with your CV. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold eDV clearance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Software Development

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