Lead Technical Architect

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm seeks a passionate Lead Technical Architect for a remote-first position in London. This pivotal role involves designing high-impact cloud-native platforms, leading teams, and influencing architectural direction. Ideal candidates should have strong AWS and cloud security expertise along with practical experience in modern deployment methodologies.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Training allowance

Qualifications

• Strong AWS background with cloud security expertise.
• Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka.
• Experience with CI/CD and automated deployments.

Responsibilities

• Design cloud-native systems using AWS and microservices.
• Lead deployments using Kubernetes and manage real-time data.
• Mentor teams and drive architectural decisions.

Skills

AWS background

Cloud security expertise

Kubernetes

Docker

Kafka

Java backend systems

CI/CD

Terraform/CloudFormation

Job description

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Client:

Anson McCade

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Role: Lead Technical Architect

Work Type & Location: London

Role Type: Permanent

Our client, a top-tier consultancy firm, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead Technical Architect to join their expert team. This is a remote-first role with occasional travel to offices in Bromley or Croydon.

Step into a pivotal role as the Lead Technical Architect, where you’ll drive the design and delivery of cutting-edge cloud-native platforms. Leveraging your experience in AWS architecture and your deep knowledge in cloud security, you’ll shape the backbone of high-impact, secure, and scalable systems.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design modern cloud-native systems using AWS, microservices, and event-driven architecture.

- Lead containerised deployments using Kubernetes and manage Kafka-based real-time data systems.

- Ensure cloud environments follow best practices in security, compliance, and performance.

- Mentor technical teams and drive strategic architectural decisions.

- Optimise infrastructure through CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud cost management.

Key Skills & Experience:

- Strong AWS background with cloud security expertise (IAM, VPC, encryption, etc.).

- Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, and Java backend systems.

- Experience with CI/CD, Terraform/CloudFormation, and automated deployments.

- Familiarity with industry standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 is a plus.

- Eligible for or already holds UK Security Clearance.

Why Apply?

- Leadership role with technical ownership of high-impact cloud projects.

- Remote-first working model with flexible benefits and training allowance.

- Work on cutting-edge cloud technologies and scalable systems.

- Join a collaborative team within a rapidly growing and innovative organisation.

If you're a passionate Lead Technical Architect ready to influence architectural direction on complex cloud projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity.

Please note: UK Security Clearance (or eligibility for it) is a requirement for this role.