Cloud Infrastructure Architect (I.T/Technology)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud/Infrastructure Architect to join our team. The Cloud/Infrastructure Architect will be responsible for supporting the design, development, and oversight of technology solutions that meet our organisation\’s strategic objectives.

This role requires a deep understanding of Lean and agile practices, architecture patterns and frameworks, cloud technologies, and enterprise solutions, as well as strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contribute to establishing Azure cloud technology principles, standards, guidelines, and reference models, and promote DevOps practices across the business.
2. Contribute to cloud technology roadmaps and shape our cloud strategy.
3. Support fellow architects in cloud design solutions.
4. Deep understanding of cloud security risks.
5. Invest in continuous development of technical and soft skills.
6. Participate actively in our team community.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
8. Communicate complex topics effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Experience

1. 2+ years of experience in Cloud Architecture with an Infrastructure background.
2. Strong knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
3. Preferably, strong knowledge of the Microsoft stack (Azure, M365).
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
5. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Solid experience with lean, agile, and DevOps practices.
7. Knowledge of Identity Governance (IAM) is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Azure Compute: VMs, VMSS, App Service, Azure Functions, AKS, etc.
• Azure Networking: Express Route, Virtual Network, ASG/NSG, Front Door, Azure Firewall, DNS, UDR, Traffic Manager.
• Azure Management & Governance: Policy, Management Groups, RBAC, Bastion, Automation, Backup, Azure Monitor, Defender.
• Azure Storage: Blob, Disks, Files.
• Azure Migrations: Azure Migrate, 3rd-party tools.
• DevOps Tools: Azure Pipelines, Azure DevOps, GitHub.
• Infrastructural disciplines and technologies: Microsoft Technologies, VMWare, ESX, vSphere, Citrix, SQL, LAN/WAN/MAN, Routing, Firewall, Wireless, IDS/IPS, WAN optimization, Proxy, VPN, Load Balancing, IT Security.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in architecture or cloud technologies (e.g., TOGAF, AZ-104, AZ-400, AZ-303/304/305).
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom

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