Platform Technical Architect (AWS)
About our client
Our client is a global digital transformation consultancy that delivers high-impact technology solutions across the public and private sectors. They are known for building modern, cloud-first digital platforms at scale, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact. With a culture that values people, growth, and excellence, they provide an environment where ambitious technologists can thrive while shaping services used by millions.
The role
As a Platform Technical Architect (Consultant), you will take a lead role in designing and delivering high-quality, cloud-based solutions on AWS. Acting as a technical authority, you will work closely with customer architects, engineers, and stakeholders to design, automate, and support modern digital service platforms. You’ll be trusted to make key decisions in fast-paced delivery environments, while coaching teams and influencing both technical direction and business outcomes.
Key responsibilities
* Provide technical leadership across delivery projects, setting the standard for engineering quality.
* Design, build, automate, monitor, and support cloud-native digital platforms in production environments.
* Collaborate with engineers, testers, consultants, and product teams to meet non-functional requirements.
* Apply DevOps culture and Continuous Delivery techniques to improve speed, quality, and resilience.
* Implement strong security and monitoring controls across infrastructure and applications.
* Support business development by advising on solution design and effort estimates.
* Mentor, coach, and develop junior engineers, acting as a role model and technical authority.
* Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and share insights within the team and wider industry.
Essential experience
* Proven track record in technical leadership and DevOps culture within complex delivery projects.
* Strong communication skills – able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Hands-on ownership of building and operating modern digital service platforms, including planning, estimation, and non-functional requirements.
* Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), using PaaS and SaaS to solve business problems.
* Strong skills in automation, scripting, and infrastructure-as-code (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, or Groovy).
* Experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes).
* Knowledge of CI/CD and release automation in production environments.
* Practical experience with monitoring, logging, and securing cloud-hosted services.
* Eligible for SC Clearance (UK).
Desirable
* Cloud certifications (AWS or Azure).
* Kubernetes CKAD or equivalent certification.
* Experience with cloud-native tooling and modern architectural approaches.
* Degree in a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
* Active participation in internal or external technical communities.
Why join?
* Work on impactful projects across the UK, delivering platforms that serve millions of users.
* Take ownership as a trusted technical leader with scope to shape both solutions and teams.
* Collaborate with some of the best engineers, consultants, and architects in the market.
* Continuous learning opportunities with strong support for certification and career growth.
* Flexible working – options to be based in Birmingham, Belfast, or remotely within the UK.
* A diverse, inclusive environment where your voice is valued and your career progression is supported.