AWS Solutions Architect in Cheltenham

Overview Argo DevOps Solutions is a small but established UK-based technology company working in the Cyber and Cloud space. We are experts in delivering value into both the public and private sector, supporting delivery of quality products at speed. We solve complicated software and hardware problems using Agile approaches. Our specialisms include moving data between trust boundaries, designing secure data ingress and egress systems. Argo has substantial experience in mentoring our customers through their Agile journey.If this sounds like the kind of company you want to be involved in, with your contribution really making a difference, come and join our team!!What We Provide 33 days holiday which includes Bank HolidaysFull-TimeTOILPensionSalary Sacrifice Schemes including Electric VehiclesSalary dependent on experienceOther financial incentivesThe candidate must be willing to hold Government Clearance and go through the respective vettingJob Description Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale, secure, and high-performing solutions. This role involves mentoring and coaching junior team members, translating stakeholder requirements into actionable user stories, and embedding security throughout the software development life cycle. The position calls for strong technical expertise, collaborative mindset, and an ability to deliver innovative solutions that align with business objectives.Experience Requirements We expect you to have a demonstrated ability to create and deliver software to solve business problems. You should bring experience and subject matter expertise in at least three of the following in addition to AWS experience and qualifications mentioned.

• Software Development & Principles SOLID Principles : Familiarity with object-oriented and clean coding practices
• Testing & BDD Unit Testing Frameworks : Experience with Cypress, Cucumber, Behave, Selenium, or similar tools

Domain-Specific Languages : Knowledge of BDD approaches (e.g., Cucumber, Gherkin) for test automation3. Containerisation & Microservices Container Technologies : Practical understanding of Docker or equivalent solutionsMicroservice Patterns : Experience architecting microservice-based systems with built-in observability and security4. Cloud Services & Environments Cloud Providers : Demonstrable experience with AWS or AzureSecurity & Configuration : Ability to build, configure, and secure cloud environments effectivelyAWS Solutions Architect certification or similar.Experience of migrating capabilities from on-prem to AWS.Experience of designing and delivering cloud native application within the AWS eco-system.5. Security & CI/CD Security Integration : Familiarity with embedding security checks at every phase of the SDLC (e.g., SAST, DAST)Automation Pipelines : Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), and continuous testing tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)Agile Delivery : Background in Scrum or Kanban, assisting Product Owners and shaping team objectivesMentoring : Proven track record of helping less experienced developers advance their skills and confidenceRoles and Responsibilities 1. Collaboration & Full Lifecycle Work collaboratively with Argo and its partners, taking ownership of the full software lifecycle—from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenanceEnsure high-quality delivery of product components and systems that meet agreed time, scope, and budget parameters2. Technical Discussions & Customer Engagement Provide wider consultancy on the customers use and migration of capabilities to the NSPParticipate in and contribute to technical discussions with team members, delivery management, and technical leadsSupport stakeholder engagement by eliciting requirements, refining user stories, and ensuring alignment with project goalsSupporting prototyping of event-driven cloud native architecture with consideration for cost optimisationDeveloping recommendations and a plan for WR approach to the NSP, including exploration of hybrid-cloud and reach-backLeverage technical investigation, rapid prototyping, and software design to address complex engineering challengesExplore and recommend innovative solutions that inform future product and architectural strategy4. Agility & Team Culture Embrace and advocate for Agile or similar modern development approachesFoster a high-performing team culture by promoting collaboration, iterative feedback, and continuous learning5. Security & Risk Management Engage with customers, including security and policy teams, to identify and manage risks throughout the development lifecycleAlign development activities with security best practices and relevant compliance standardsMake and collaborate on technological and architectural designs for assigned products, communicating decisions clearly to teams and customersIntegrate new features or services within existing ecosystems, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency7. Tools & Processes Establish and evolve development tools, processes, and ways of working to continuously improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness (e.g., automation, CI/CD)Collaborate with other technologists to optimise product integration across workflows and system dependencies8. Mentoring & Coaching Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice standards to less experienced engineersCoach team members in areas such as test automation, DevSecOps techniques, and effective problem-solvingContribute to the culture and growth of Argo by bringing an innovative, solutions-focused mindset to every challengeDemonstrate flexibility in applying skills outside normal responsibilities, adapting to guidance from SLT and evolving business needs

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