Lead Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; York; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based organisation seeks a Lead Solution Architect with AWS expertise to design and deliver complex cloud platforms. The role offers remote flexibility, leadership opportunities, and a chance to influence cloud strategy. Benefits include funded training, generous holidays, and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Funded training

25+ days holiday

Pension contributions

Active learning opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 8 years' experience in architecting large-scale distributed systems.
• Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, Java-based microservices required.
• Understanding of compliance, serverless technologies, and zero-trust models.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of cloud platforms.
• Shape technical strategy and mentor teams.
• Ensure compliance with business and security requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Skills

Cloud Security Best Practices

DevOps Focus

Education

AWS Certifications

Job description

Job Description

Lead Solution Architect - AWS Cloud Focused - Remote

Up to £100,000 p/a + performance related bonusses + bonus.

To apply for this role, candidates must either be Security Cleared or be eligible for Security Clearance up to 'SC' level. This role is remote with the occasional travel to London every couple of weeks to visit the client site.

• A leading UK-based organisation is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to spearhead the design and delivery of complex, cloud- platforms. This senior role is ideal for someone with at least 8 years’ experience architecting large-scale distributed systems, particularly on AWS.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in designing secure, scalable infrastructures using AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, and Java-based microservices. You’ll be responsible for shaping technical strategy, leading architecture design, and mentoring teams across cloud transformation projects.

A strong understanding of cloud security best practices, CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and event-driven design is essential.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring architectural standards meet business and compliance requirements, optimising performance, and managing cloud costs. Excellent leadership, communication, and hands-on technical skills are critical to success in this position.

candidates will have: AWS certifications, experience with other cloud platforms (Azure or GCP), and a background in serverless technologies, compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and zero-trust security models.

Additionally, if you have used DevOps tools and are DevOps focussed, that would be a massive advantage.

This role offers flexible working, funded training, 25+ days holiday, pension contributions, and the opportunity to shape cloud strategy within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. There is additional funding for learning and development and you can take time out with 'coaches' for active learning to gain more certifications.

Feel like you've got what it takes?

Apply within! Or for more information please contact:

Thomas Garrett - Senior Consultant - CPS Group - [e-mail]