Lead Architect: VMware Cloud Foundation

Experis; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking an experienced Lead Architect to join a major cloud transformation programme in the United Kingdom. You will lead architecture and design activities across complex VMware environments, ensuring delivery of secure, scalable solutions.

You will drive VCF upgrade programmes, guide global technical teams, run requirements and design workshops, and review governance and standards. Expertise in NSX, Kubernetes, and automation is essential. Occasional UK travel is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading architecture in VMware environments and cloud transformations.
• Proven ability to drive VCF upgrade programs and automation.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder communication.
• Experience with global teams and design workshops.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design activities across complex VMware environments.
• Drive VCF upgrade programmes (5.x to 9.x).
• Guide technical teams and stakeholders through design and delivery challenges.
• Run requirements and design workshops.
• Review solutions, governance documentation and architectural standards.
• Collaborate with global teams across multiple technologies and vendors.

Skills

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)

NSX

VCF Operations & Automation

HCX

vSphere Supervisor

Kubernetes / VKS

Ansible, Salt, Harness, GitOps

Enterprise Architecture & Technical领导

Job description

Experis is seeking an experienced Lead Architect to join a major cloud transformation programme in the United Kingdom. You will lead architecture and design activities across complex VMware environments, ensuring delivery of secure, scalable solutions.

You will drive VCF upgrade programmes, guide global technical teams, run requirements and design workshops, and review governance and standards. Expertise in NSX, Kubernetes, and automation is essential. Occasional UK travel is required.