Cloud Solution Architect

Ncounter; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Defence initiatives supporter seeks a Platform Solution Architect with strong AWS expertise to lead cloud platform delivery. This hybrid role demands a hands-on approach to shaping technical strategy within secure environments. You will work closely with teams to design scalable, resilient systems aligned with strict requirements, and support teams through the delivery lifecycle. Ideal candidates have experience in cloud strategy shaping and exceptional communication skills interacting with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering complex cloud platforms in secure environments.
• Ability to influence architectural decisions and guide Agile teams.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with technical/non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the delivery of scalable and resilient cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams for clear direction.
• Encourage continuous improvement and evolution of platform standards.

Skills

Strong AWS expertise

Hands-on architecture

Cloud strategy shaping

Communication skills

Job description

Contract Platform Solution Architect

AWS Focus

SC or DV Cleared

London Hybrid

Outside IR35

Ncounter are supporting a major Defence initiative, and we are looking for a Platform Solution Architect with strong AWS expertise and a track record delivering complex cloud platforms in secure environments. This is a hands‑on architecture role suited to someone who can shape technical strategy, guide Agile teams and work confidently with senior customer architects across demanding Defence programmes.

You will help design and lead the delivery of modern cloud platforms that are scalable, resilient and aligned to strict nonfunctional requirements. You will influence key architectural decisions, collaborate closely with engineering and security teams and ensure delivery teams are working with clear direction. This role suits someone who enjoys solving real world problems, shaping cloud strategy and supporting teams through the entire delivery lifecycle.

You will also encourage continuous improvement, introduce new ideas and support the evolution of platform standards. Strong communication skills are important as you will be working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across supplier and Defence organisations.

Required skills and experience

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