Infrastructure Architect
4 days ago
Maidstone
Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Maidstone Area, Kent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week) About the Role: We’re seeking a skilled and hands-on Cloud Infrastructure Architect to join a dynamic technology team. This is a key role in shaping and delivering enterprise-level architecture solutions that support ambitious technology goals. What You’ll Do: As a Cloud Infrastructure Architect, you will: • Collaborate with architecture and technology teams on governance and design standards., • Partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions architecture., • Develop and maintain an integrated view of technology architecture using industry-standard frameworks and repeatable approaches., • Lead technology assessments and ensure compliance with relevant standards., • Provide consultancy and design support for internal projects., • Drive maturity improvements within the architecture function., • Own and maintain domain architecture standards. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in technology architecture and governance within enterprise-scale environments., • Strong understanding of technology project lifecycles and software delivery processes., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly., • Technical expertise in:, • Cloud: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, M365, Azure, Cloud Security, Azure DevOps, • Applications: .NET, MS Dynamics, SQL Server, SSRS, M365 Apps, Exchange, SharePoint, IIS, Apache, • Security: OWASP, Firewalls, ISO27001, Azure Security Benchmark, Microsoft Defender, zScaler, • Networking: Switches, Firewalls, ExpressRoute, MPLS, Routing Protocols, CASB, Azure FrontDoor, • Servers: VMware, Windows Server (2008–2025), Linux, • SDLC: Azure DevOps, IaC, Terraform, • Familiarity with TOGAF principles., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Experience with financial systems is a plus. What’s in It for You: • Hybrid working model., • Six weeks annual leave plus bank holidays., • Generous pension contributions., • Professional development opportunities., • Access to employee benefits and wellbeing programs.