Technical Architect

Inara; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Technical Architect for a cloud-native transformation programme. In this role, you will design and implement architecture solutions using AWS and Azure, guiding teams while ensuring security and scalability. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cloud architecture, extensive skills in Python and Terraform, and the ability to lead technically while collaborating with various stakeholders. This position allows for remote work within the UK, offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Strong background in AWS (preferred) and/or Azure cloud architecture.
• Excellent knowledge of Python, Terraform, and automation patterns.
• Experience designing scalable, secure, cloud-native platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end cloud-native architecture design across AWS and Azure.
• Build automation and infrastructure tooling using Python and Terraform.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership including code reviews and solution design.

Skills

AWS architecture

Azure architecture

Python

Terraform

DevOps practices

Cloud governance

Job description

Contract Technical Architect – AWS / Azure / Python / Terraform

Remote (UK-Based)

Inside IR35 | £650 per day (approx.)

Start ASAP | Leading Cloud-Native Programme

We’re looking for a hands-on Technical Architect to join a major cloud-native transformation programme. This is a role for someone who can move confidently between high-level architectural thinking and deep technical delivery, shaping solutions and helping teams make them real.

If you enjoy solving complex technical problems, setting engineering direction, and guiding teams through modern cloud-native patterns, this is a great opportunity.

As Technical Architect, you will :

• Lead end-to-end cloud-native architecture design across both AWS and Azure , ensuring security, scalability, resilience, and operational excellence.
• Build automation and infrastructure tooling using Python , Terraform , and modern DevOps practices.
• Work closely with engineering, security, and product teams to turn business requirements into robust architectural solutions and clear technical roadmaps .
• Drive standards around cloud governance , infrastructure-as-code , observability , cost optimisation , and high availability .
• Provide hands-on technical leadership — code reviews, technical oversight, solution design — while mentoring teams and supporting delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong background in AWS (preferred) and / or Azure cloud architecture
• Excellent knowledge of Python , Terraform , and modern automation patterns
• Experience designing scalable, secure, cloud-native platforms
• A solid DevOps mindset : CI / CD, IaC, observability, reliability
• Ability to influence technical direction while remaining hands-on
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with engineering, product, and security stakeholders