Senior Cloud Architect

Northern Trust; Limerick; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect in Ireland to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, secure cloud solutions that align with business goals. The role requires mentoring technical teams and shaping cloud strategy across the enterprise.

The ideal candidate has deep cloud expertise, experience with containerization, serverless architectures, and a track record of large-scale cloud transformations within regulated industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years IT experience with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven ability to lead large cloud transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design cloud-native and hybrid architectures meeting security and compliance requirements.
• Define and evolve the enterprise cloud strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Lead as a technical adviser across teams to influence cloud adoption and modernization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Establish cloud governance frameworks, cost optimization, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Coach and mentor architects, engineers, and developers on cloud best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cloud architecture

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Job Description

Senior Cloud Architect – Northern Trust is seeking a visionary and highly experienced Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping our cloud strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, a strong understanding of enterprise IT, and a passion for mentoring and guiding technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and Design: Lead the design of cloud-native and hybrid architectures that meet business, security, and compliance requirements.

Strategy & Roadmap: Define and evolve the enterprise cloud strategy, standards, and best practices.

Leadership: Serve as a technical leader and advisor across multiple teams, influencing cloud adoption and modernization efforts.

Innovation: Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Governance: Establish cloud governance frameworks, cost optimization strategies, and operational excellence.

Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, security, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Mentorship: Coach and mentor architects, engineers, and developers on cloud best practices and architectural patterns.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture roles.
• Deep expertise in one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, DevOps, and automation.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale cloud transformation initiatives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation).
• Familiarity with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong coding ability in languages such as Python, Go, Java, or similar, with the ability to contribute to infrastructure tooling, automation, or proof‑of‑concept development.
• Background in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government) is a plus

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.