Cloud Data Architect

HCLTech; West of England; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Cloud Data Architect to own the target-side design for migrating a legacy database estate to a cloud-native platform. You will lead comparative assessments of hyperscaler databases, evaluate scalability, consistency and cost, and define the migration timing.

The role requires 8–10+ years in cloud data architecture, hands-on Google Cloud experience, migration-path expertise, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in cloud data architecture with hands-on experience on a major hyperscaler platform at production scale
• Proven track record designing migration paths from legacy relational databases to cloud-native equivalents
• Strong grasp of global consistency, horizontal scalability and managed-service trade-offs
• Sharp written and verbal communication skills; able to produce implementation-ready design documentation and executive-ready reports

Responsibilities

• Lead comparative assessment of cloud database platforms against scalability, consistency and cost requirements
• Recommend the target platform and define the migration timing approach
• Define the target-state architecture, including elastic scaling, managed services and observability design
• Produce the migration blueprint and the implementation-ready design pack
• Identify required proofs of concept and success criteria before implementation is greenlit
• Present complex platform trade-offs in clear, well-argued written form for client and executive decision-making

Skills

Cloud data architecture

Hyperscaler cloud (Google Cloud)

Migration planning

Data consistency & scalability

Communication

Job description

HCLTech is a world-leading technology provider renowned for delivering innovative digital transformation solutions to global enterprises. With a presence in over 50 countries, HCLTech is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. The company’s core values emphasize integrity, customer-centricity, and driving meaningful impact through cutting-edge technology. HCLTech has been consistently recognized for its industry leadership, sustainability initiatives, and dedication to employee growth.

Purpose

Owns the target-side design — recommending and architecting the cloud-native platform that a legacy database estate will migrate to.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comparative assessment of leading cloud database platforms against scalability, consistency and cost requirements


• Recommend the target platform and define the migration timing approach


• Define the target-state architecture, including elastic scaling, managed services and observability design


• Produce the migration blueprint and the implementation-ready design pack


• Identify required proofs of concept and their success criteria before implementation is greenlit


• Present complex platform trade-offs in clear, well-argued written form suitable for client and executive decision-making

Required Skills & Experience

• 8-10+ years in cloud data architecture, with substantial hands-on experience on a major hyperscaler platform (e.g. Google Cloud, including globally-distributed database services) at production scale


• Proven track record designing migration paths from legacy relational databases to cloud-native equivalents on complex, high-stakes engagements


• Strong grasp of global consistency, horizontal scalability and managed-service trade-offs


• Sharp written and verbal communication skills — must produce implementation-ready design documentation and executive-ready recommendation reports, not just technical notes