Lead Azure Architect
(Contract – Fully Remote, UK Only)
Daily Rate: Competitive
We are seeking a Lead Azure Architect to drive cloud solution design, governance, and strategic direction across Azure-based hosting environments. This role involves overseeing end-to-end architecture, engaging with senior stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with enterprise cloud strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Azure Architecture function across private & public cloud
- Define and govern cloud solution architecture and hosting strategy
- Support enterprise-wide cloud transformation and Cloud Centre of Excellence initiatives
- Produce high and low-level designs, solution documentation, and impact assessments
- Advise C-level stakeholders and act as Azure subject matter expert
- Ensure security, compliance, and architectural best practice across all Azure deployments
Essential Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years in enterprise cloud architecture (Azure-focused)
- Strong expertise across Azure IaaS, PaaS, networking, and security
- Proven experience leading cloud migration and transformation programmes
- Microsoft Azure Certifications: AZ-104 & AZ-305
- Hands-on scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Azure CLI)
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable:
- Experience with AWS, GCP or hybrid environments
- Additional certifications (AZ-400, AZ-500, AWS Architect)
- Experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, DevOps, CI/CD
- Eligibility for SC Clearance
If you are passionate about delivering enterprise-grade Azure solutions and enjoy working in a fast-moving, client-facing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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