Job Title: AWS Technical Architect - Cloud-Based Systems
Location: Remote First - Twice a month in London
Salary: Up to £100,000 + Performance Related Bonuses
Security Clearance: Must have or be eligible for UK Security Clearance
About the Role:
Join our team as an AWS Technical Architect and shape the future of cloud-based systems. We seek a seasoned expert with at least 7+ years of experience to design, implement, and oversee advanced cloud infrastructures. Your role will be pivotal in building secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native systems using AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, microservices, Java, and event-driven design.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cloud Architecture Design: Lead the creation of cloud-based solutions using AWS, focusing on microservices, event-driven architectures, and serverless computing.
2. Cloud Security: Develop robust security architectures ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance.
3. Containerisation & Orchestration: Architect containerised environments with Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability.
4. Event-Driven Systems: Design event-driven systems with Kafka, managing real-time data processing.
5. Microservices Architecture: Lead the development of microservices-based systems, emphasizing Java-based backend services.
6. Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide architecture and development teams through complex challenges.
7. Security & Compliance: Ensure cloud architectures comply with industry regulations and security policies.
8. CI/CD & Automation: Champion CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code for reliable cloud service delivery.
9. Performance & Cost Optimisation: Drive performance tuning and cost optimisation strategies.
10. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technical risks.
11. Documentation & Best Practices: Maintain architectural standards and documentation.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise:
* Educational Background: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or professional equivalent).
* Experience: 7+ years in designing and implementing large-scale, distributed cloud systems, with a strong focus on AWS.
* Cloud Security: Extensive experience in cloud security architecture and AWS security best practices.
* Containerisation: Deep expertise in Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration.
* Event-Driven Architectures: Proven experience with Kafka and event-driven systems.
* Microservices & Java: Strong background in microservices architecture and Java-based backend systems.
* Client facing experience: Experience working with clients, strong stakeholder engagement experience. Ideally some Government or Defence experience is beneficial (Not essential).
* CI/CD & Automation: In-depth understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.
* Leadership Skills: Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with experience mentoring cross-functional teams.
* Monitoring & Cost Optimisation: Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) and cloud cost management.
Preferred Skills:
* AWS Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Security - Specialty.
* Multi-Cloud Experience: Familiarity with Azure and GCP.
* Serverless Architectures: Experience with AWS Lambda and serverless design.
* Compliance Standards: Expertise in GDPR, HIPAA, SOC2, ISO 27001.
* Advanced Security Practices: Knowledge of zero-trust architecture and security incident response.
Why Apply?
* Influence: Leadership role with the power to shape key architectural decisions.
* Innovation: Work on cutting-edge cloud technologies and large-scale projects.
* Training and Development: 5 paid days training every year - Get Certs & attend events.
* Competitive Package: Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits.
* Growth: Continuous learning, development opportunities, and cloud certifications.
* Supportive Environment: Collaborative and innovative work culture.
Apply Now:
Submit your CV now to be considered. Join us and lead the way in cloud innovation!
To find out more about Computer Futures, please visit our website. Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP, is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Registered office: 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom. Partnership Number: OC(phone number removed) England and Wales.
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