Lead Architect (VMware Cloud Foundation) | Contract | Inside IR35 | SC Cleared

Experis

Park Central

On-site

GBP 166,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Experis is seeking a Lead Architect to lead architecture and design for a major cloud transformation programme. The role focuses on VMware environments, VCF upgrades, NSX, and related technologies, with guidance to technical teams and stakeholders across global teams.

UK travel is required. The role is contract-based, with ASAP start and end date of 01/03/2027, and requires SC clearance. Inside IR35 and travel-dependent project scope.

Qualifications

Experience leading architecture and design in VMware environments.
Experience with VCF upgrades and automation.
Ability to run workshops and govern architectural standards.

Responsibilities

Lead architecture and design 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 docs and architectural standards.
Collaborate with global teams across technologies and vendors.

Skills

VCF

NSX

VCF Operations & Automation

HCX

vSphere Supervisor

Kubernetes / VKS

Ansible

Salt

Harness

GitOps

Enterprise Architecture & Technical Le

Job description

Are you the person everyone turns to when a VCF upgrade gets complicated? Can you talk NSX, Automation, Kubernetes and VMware Cloud Foundation before your first coffee?

I'm currently looking for an experienced Lead Architect to join a major cloud transformation programme.

What you'll be doing: