Cloud Capacity Infrastructure Architect

Vodafone Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Cloud Capacity Infrastructure Architect to drive capacity planning across multi-cloud environments. This role involves designing scalable infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in cloud infrastructure, excellent stakeholder management skills, and relevant certifications. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies and a dynamic work culture that encourages professional growth.

Benefits

Professional growth through certifications

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Over 10 years’ experience in cloud infrastructure and/or IT capacity planning.
• Proven expertise in multi‑cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of forecasting models and enterprise architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable multi‑cloud and hybrid‑cloud infrastructures.
• Lead capacity planning for compute, storage, and network resources.
• Optimise resource consumption and costs with advanced analytics.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Performance tuning

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Fluent English

Education

AWS Solutions Architect certification

Azure Architect Expert certification

FinOps Practitioner certification

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next‑generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry‑first model which brings together the best of in‑house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

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About this role

Location: Paddington OR Newbury

We are seeking a Cloud Capacity Infrastructure Architect to design and implement strategies for on‑premises and multi‑cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and cost efficiency. This role involves leading the end‑to‑end capacity planning lifecycle, including forecasting, modelling, and optimisation of compute, storage, and network resources. Acting as a strategic advisor, you will collaborate with FinOps, DevOps, and Security teams to deliver data‑driven, financially sound, and compliant solutions. You will also drive innovation through automation, AI‑driven insights, and emerging technologies to enhance infrastructure resilience and customer experience.

What you will do

• Design scalable multi‑cloud and hybrid‑cloud infrastructures.
• Lead capacity planning for compute, storage, and network across cloud and on‑premises deployments.
• Forecast and size resources based on usage data and business growth projections.
• Optimise resource consumption and costs using advanced analytics and automation.
• Collaborate with FinOps, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure governance and compliance.

Who you are

• Over 10 years’ experience in cloud infrastructure and/or IT capacity planning.
• Proven expertise in multi‑cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of performance tuning, forecasting models, and enterprise architecture.
• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, or FinOps Practitioner.
• Skilled in data analysis and visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business insights.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to lead strategic capacity planning initiatives across global multi‑cloud environments.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and AI‑driven optimisation processes.
• Collaborative work with cross‑functional teams in a dynamic, innovative environment.
• Professional growth through certifications and continuous learning.
• Be part of a global organisation driving digital transformation.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced capacity planning and forecasting using AI/ML techniques.
• Cost optimisation strategies aligned with FinOps principles.
• Expertise in automation tools for infrastructure monitoring and reporting.
• Enhanced stakeholder engagement and strategic advisory skills.
• Deep understanding of hybrid‑cloud architecture and emerging technologies.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio‑economic background.

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At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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