Cloud Architect
4 days ago
Newbury
Cloud Architect – Microsoft AzureUp to £70,000 (negotiable) + exceptional benefits | Permanent | Hybrid - Newbury We are looking for a Cloud Hosting Architect to lead the design, delivery, and ongoing improvement of enterprise cloud and on-site hosting platforms. You will take ownership of architecture across Azure, ensuring critical business systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective. This is a hands-on architecture role with genuine influence, ideal for someone who enjoys shaping strategy as well as getting involved in delivery. The role • Design and deliver scalable, secure, and sustainable hosting solutions on Azure (ideally with some AWS exposure), • Lead technical discovery sessions, workshops, and site assessments, • Produce cloud architecture roadmaps and reference frameworks, • Embed InfoSec, SecOps, and data privacy principles into all designs, • Oversee solution delivery and work closely with engineers, • Produce clear technical documentation and reusable assets to support MVPs and POCs, • Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and internal security policies, • Stay ahead of emerging technologies across cloud, AI/ML, and information security Skills and experience, • Strong hands-on experience with Azure hosting and cloud technologies, • In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms, Azure essential and AWS desirable, • Experience delivering cloud migrations or IT transformation programmes, • Good understanding of enterprise architecture principles, • Confident engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Knowledge of ISO 27001 and/or Cyber Essentials Plus If this sounds like an ideal role for you currently a Cloud Architect, Azure Cloud Architect, Cloud Solutions Architect, Hosting Architect or Enterprise Cloud Architect please apply with an up to date version of your CV for immediate consideration.