Job-ID: senior-data-centre-solutions-architectLocation: Liverpool Street, London (2 days per week onsite/client site)Type: PermanentRecruiter: Daniel WeeksPhone: +44 (0) 1276 300 702E-Mail: daniel@shawdaniels.co.ukPosted: 2026-09-07Our client is looking for an experienced Data Centre Solutions Architect to join a leading technology solutions provider, helping enterprise clients modernise and transform their infrastructure environments. This is a client-facing role focused on designing and delivering solutions across data centre infrastructure, automation, resilience, and AI-ready platforms. You'll work closely with clients to understand business challenges, develop technical solutions, and clearly demonstrate business value through high-quality architecture and design documentation. You'll join a highly skilled team of architects and engineers working across cloud, automation, AI, networking, and enterprise infrastructure projects.ResponsibilitiesDesign and modernise enterprise data centre environmentsDevelop network architectures including Cisco ACI, SDN, and spine-leaf topologiesDesign and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions using tools such as Terraform and AnsibleArchitect high-availability, backup, and disaster recovery solutionsDeliver infrastructure migration and transformation programmesDesign AI-ready infrastructure using platforms such as Cisco UCS and Dell PowerEdge, including GPU, power, cooling, and capacity considerationsProduce clear client-facing technical documentation, proposals, and solution designsRequirements5+ years' experience in Data Centre, Infrastructure, Enterprise, or Solutions ArchitectureStrong client-facing and stakeholder management skillsProven experience delivering enterprise infrastructure transformation and migration projectsStrong understanding of on-premises infrastructure and data centre technologiesExperience with Cisco UCS or Dell PowerEdgeExperience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HyperFlex, Azure Local, Nutanix)Experience with storage platforms such as Pure Storage or Dell EMCExperience with Cisco Nexus and ACIExperience with VMware Cloud FoundationExperience with Terraform, Ansible, or similar automation technologiesDesirable: CCNP or equivalent certificationDesirable: NVIDIA certifications or AI infrastructure experienceDesirable: DevOps, automation, and orchestration toolsDesirable: Python, REST APIs, and GitDesirable: Docker and KubernetesDesirable: Knowledge of modern CPU, GPU, and infrastructure technologies
Senior Data Centre Solutions Architect employer: Shaw Daniels Solutions
As a Cloud Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team in Malvern or Farnborough, where innovation meets collaboration. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through continuous learning and exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies. Enjoy competitive benefits and the unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that enhance security and performance in complex operational environments.
