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

Experis

Slough

On-site

GBP 148,000 - 221,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Experis is seeking a Lead Architect to join a major cloud transformation programme in the UK. You will lead architecture and design across complex VMware environments and drive VCF upgrade programmes from 5.x to 9.x, coordinating with global teams.

The role requires expert knowledge of NSX, Kubernetes, VCF operations and automation, plus strong enterprise leadership and governance review skills. UK travel is expected; contract position with Inside IR35 and SC clearance.

Qualifications

Strong architecture and design leadership across VMware environments.
Experience leading VCF upgrade programmes (5.x to 9.x).
Ability to run workshops and drive governance documentation.
Experience working with global teams and multiple vendors.

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
Work 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 Le

Tools

VMware NSX

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: