Cloud Architect - Remote - Permanent - 100-125K

Lorien; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy as a Cloud Architect/Engineer, where you'll design and secure cloud-native systems while working on innovative projects. This role combines hands-on technical problem-solving with client advisory, allowing you to shape the future of cloud security in regulated sectors. With a strong emphasis on Kubernetes and cloud platforms, you'll have the chance to enhance security and automation through open-source initiatives. Enjoy competitive remuneration, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth in a culture that values innovation and employee well-being. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and making a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Performance-related bonuses

Training budgets for courses/certifications

Dedicated time for personal development

Contributing to industry events

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Designing, securing, and optimizing cloud-native systems.
• Advising clients on best practices and contributing to research projects.

Skills

Kubernetes

Cloud Security

Infrastructure as Code

Problem-Solving

Programming (Golang, Python, Java)

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

HashiCorp Vault

Job description

This range is provided by Lorien. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

Lorien's client is a growing, specialist consultancy helping organisations in regulated sectors such as FS and Healthcare to build and secure modern cloud infrastructure, ensuring that their key cloud environments are scalable, resilient and fit for business objectives. Their expertise spans Kubernetes, cloud security, and supply chain risk management, with a strong commitment to open-source development and industry innovation.

As a Cloud Architect/Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing, securing, and optimising cloud-native systems. The work is varied, combining hands-on technical problem-solving, advising clients on best practices, and contributing to internal research projects. You will also have the opportunity to work on open-source initiatives and develop tools that enhance security and automation in cloud environments.

What They’re Looking For

Our client's searching for Architects/Engineers with strong technical skills and a passion for cloud-native offerings. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Kubernetes and experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, continuous integration and deployment workflows, and modern security practices is essential. A background in programming with languages like Golang, Python, or Java would be highly advantageous.

Additional expertise in areas such as identity management, secret management (e.g. HashiCorp Vault), GitOps offerings/methodologies, and ZeroTrust security principles would be beneficial but is not required. The key attributes they are looking for are problem-solving ability, a security-conscious mindset, and a desire to stay at the forefront of cloud innovation.

Our client fosters a culture that values innovation, learning, and employee well-being. On top of competitive remuneration of between 100 and 125K for the right person, they're happy to offer performance-related bonuses, opportunities for professional growth via training budgets that can be used for courses/certifications/conferences/coaching, dedicated time for personal development, research, and contributing to industry events, and more.

This is an opportunity to join a team of highly skilled engineers shaping the future of cloud security and infrastructure. If you’re passionate about working with cutting-edge technology and making a real impact, this role's a perfect fit.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Information Technology and Consulting
• Industries: Technology, Information and Media