Lead VMware Cloud Foundation Architect for Upgrades

Experis; Bath; On-site; GBP 129,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis seeks a Lead Architect to drive a major cloud transformation programme focused on VMware technologies. You will steer architecture across complex VCF environments, oversee upgrade paths from 5.x to 9.x, and guide cross‑functional teams through design challenges.

You will run workshops, review governance, and ensure architectural standards are met while coordinating with global teams and vendors. UK travel is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading architecture and design across complex VMware environments.
• Proven ability to drive VCF upgrade programmes (5.x to 9.x).
• Lead workshops and governance reviews for architecture and delivery.

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 technologies and vendors

Skills

VCF

NSX

VCF Operations & Automation

HCX

vSphere Supervisor

Kubernetes / VKS

Ansible

Salt

Harness

GitOps

Enterprise Architecture

Technical Leadership

Tools

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)

NSX

Job description

Experis seeks a Lead Architect to drive a major cloud transformation programme focused on VMware technologies. You will steer architecture across complex VCF environments, oversee upgrade paths from 5.x to 9.x, and guide cross‑functional teams through design challenges.

You will run workshops, review governance, and ensure architectural standards are met while coordinating with global teams and vendors. UK travel is required.