At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cloud transformation and design innovative cloud-native architectures.
- Company: Join TCS, a purpose-led transformation company with global impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health care, pension, and extensive training resources.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at our core; we welcome all applicants.
- Why this job: Shape the future of cloud technology and make a meaningful difference.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in GCP and Azure, strong Kubernetes knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Job Type: Permanent
- Mode of Working: Office-based
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Full-time)
Looking to lead enterprise cloud transformation and shape the future of cloud-native architecture?
We have an exciting opportunity for you – Senior Cloud Architect – GCP!
TCS is a purpose‑led transformation company, built on belief.
We do not just help businesses to transform through technology; we support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve.
Our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Architect and optimise Cloud Landing Zones for GCP and Azure environments ensuring scalability, security, and compliance.
- Design and implement multi‑cloud platform solutions leveraging GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine) and AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service).
- Define and enforce cloud governance frameworks, including identity, access management, and network security policies.
- Refactor and standardise Infrastructure as Code (Ia C) templates using Terraform / Terraform Cloud for reusable, modular deployments.
- Implement policy‑as‑code guardrails for compliance using Sentinel or OPA.
- Drive Kubernetes cluster architecture, workload orchestration, and service mesh integration (Istio).
- Collaborate with Dev Ops teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure and application deployments.
- Optimise cloud resource utilisation and cost through proactive monitoring and architectural improvements.
- Develop automation scripts and workflows using Python for operational efficiency.
- Lead migration of legacy workloads into modern cloud‑native architectures.
- Provide technical leadership and best practices for Cloud Platform Engineering across GCP and Azure ecosystems.
Essential skills/knowledge/experience
- Proven experience as a Cloud Architect with hands‑on expertise in GCP and Azure.
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, GKE, and AKS for container orchestration.
- Expertise in Landing Zone design and optimisation for enterprise‑scale deployments.
- Advanced skills in Terraform / Terraform Cloud for Ia C and automation.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, Harness).
- Proficiency in Python scripting for automation.
- Understanding of policy‑as‑code frameworks (OPA, Sentinel) and cloud governance.
- Certifications: GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Kubernetes Certified.
- Good to have: Experience with IDE platforms for Cloud Engineering (e. g., Backstage).
- Looking for Senior Engineering Skills as GCP Cloud SMEs who have contributed as a Technical Consultant in guiding Design, Architecture and Strategy, bringing in thought leadership in driving innovation and best practices.
- Good communicator, collaborator and leader with experience working with multiple organisational stakeholders.
Benefits include competitive salary packages featuring pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone and access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.
We also offer health & wellness initiatives and sports events; we are the proud sponsor of the London Marathon.
Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing
Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.
We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation.
We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer an interview to applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Please email us at UKI. recruitment@tcs. com if you would like to opt in.
If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at UKI. recruitment@tcs. com with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 / +44 204 520 2575 to request an adjustment.
We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.
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Senior Cloud Architect - GCP employer: Tata Consultancy Services
Tata Consultancy Services in Birmingham is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With competitive salary packages, comprehensive health care, and extensive training resources, employees are empowered to grow their skills and advance their careers in a supportive environment. Join TCS to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to optimising warehouse operations and delivering impactful solutions.
