Principle Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Salt Digital Recruitment; Greater London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect to spearhead the transition to a cloud-native architecture. This hands-on leadership role involves designing scalable, secure multi-cloud infrastructures and collaborating with cloud migration specialists. You will champion automation and open-source technologies while ensuring operational excellence and cost optimization. If you thrive in complex environments and are passionate about cloud excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shape future-ready cloud platforms in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading cloud transformation and infrastructure projects.
• Deep expertise in GCP, Azure, and AWS cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee multi-cloud infrastructure focusing on security and performance.
• Lead infrastructure workstreams and promote automation across teams.

Skills

Cloud Transformation

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Azure

AWS

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Cloud Security

Cost Optimisation

Education

TOGAF Certification

Google Cloud Architect Certification

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Bicep

Job description

Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Rate: £395 per day (Inside IR35)

Contract: 6 months and extension

Location: Fully remote

We are looking for an experienced Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect to lead the transition from a traditional on-prem operating model to a modern, cloud-native architecture. This role will work closely with cloud migration and security specialists to ensure robust, scalable, and automated infrastructure is delivered to support national-level systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee multi-cloud infrastructure (networking, identity, DNS, landing zones, etc.) with focus on reliability, performance, and security
• Lead infrastructure workstreams across internal teams and technical suppliers
• Promote automation, self-service, and adoption of open-source technologies
• Develop technical work packages for suppliers and internal delivery teams
• Support DevSecOps practices and ensure secure, maintainable, scalable solutions
• Champion cloud architecture principles, patterns, and governance across delivery teams
• Provide leadership on cost optimisation, FinOps, and operational excellence
• Build and maintain cloud infrastructure roadmaps and vision

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in cloud transformation and infrastructure leadership roles
• Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Strong knowledge of Azure and AWS cloud services
• Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation
• Understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native design patterns
• Broad knowledge of cloud security, compliance, governance, and identity management
• Experience building scalable infrastructure solutions using services such as:
• Terraform / Deployment Manager / CloudFormation / Bicep
• Cloud networking, DNS, identity and access management (IAM)
• GCP Landing Zones, cost optimisation strategies
• Background in developing and maintaining architectural standards and roadmaps

Desirable:

• TOGAF certification and other relevant cloud certifications (Google Cloud Architect preferred, Azure, AWS)
• Public sector, healthcare or NHS-related project experience
• Familiarity with clinical safety and risk management in digital health
• Participation in on-call operational support rotas

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys shaping future-ready cloud platforms. If you’re passionate about automation, infrastructure design, and cloud excellence – we want to hear from you!

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements