Cloud Technical Architect

TN United Kingdom; Horley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Cloud Technical Architect to join their Enterprise Strategy and Architecture team. This role involves designing and implementing cloud solutions primarily on Microsoft Azure, creating detailed documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud computing, particularly with Azure services, and excellent communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to strategic cloud initiatives in a highly regulated environment while staying at the forefront of cloud technology advancements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Cloud Computing, especially with Microsoft Azure.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and design principles.
• Experience with Azure services like Virtual Machines and Networking.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-based solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Create detailed Low Level Design documents for engineers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs.

Skills

Cloud Computing

Microsoft Azure

Cloud Architecture

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure DevOps

Azure Resource Manager

Terraform

Microsoft Visio

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced Cloud Technical Architect with a strong background in Microsoft Azure to join the Enterprise Strategy and Architecture team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing cloud-based solutions to meet the needs of a highly regulated organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-based solutions primarily based on Microsoft Azure technology.
• Be able to create detailed Low Level Design (LLD) documents in Microsoft Visio, to give engineers sufficient detail to execute against.
• Able to interpret conceptual/solutions designs which may be in Visio or Aris, and translate them into LLD based on pattern based translations.
• Work with stakeholders and other architects to understand the business needs and provide technical guidance and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in cloud computing and related technologies.
• Manage other Technical Architects from 3rd party providers and offshore resource pools. Ensure the maintenance of a demand pipeline.
• Able to apply a critical eye in the review of designs, to ensure alignment with strategic patterns.
• Experience working in a formalised governance model (such as an Architectural Review Board, or Design Authority construct).
• Support the Cloud Strategic initiatives as required. With dotted lines into Cloud EA and Cloud Engineering.

The Person

Skills and Qualifications:

• Able to evidence significant on the job experience in Cloud Computing, with a focus on Microsoft Azure
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and design principles.
• Experience with Azure services such as Virtual Machines, App Services, Storage, and Networking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in using Azure development and deployment tools, Azure DevOps, Azure Resource Manager, or Terraform.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues.
• Experience in designing and implementing disaster recovery and business continuity strategies on Azure cloud.
• Knowledge of Azure security and compliance measures.