We are seeking an experienced AWS Solution Architect to design, develop, and deliver cloud-native solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in AWS architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with experience in FinOps and SecOps. This is a client-facing role requiring strong mentoring skills and the ability to guide both technical teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement AWS-native cloud solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability
* Apply architectural best practices and design patterns to complex cloud environments
* Provide technical leadership and mentoring to development teams, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
* Engage directly with clients to understand requirements, provide architectural guidance, and ensure alignment with business objectives
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to cloud governance, security (SecOps), and cost optimization (FinOps) principles
* Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and solution evaluations
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AWS services, tools, and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions
Required Skills & Experience
* Extensive experience in AWS-native cloud development and architecture
* Strong knowledge of AWS design patterns and cloud best practices
* Experience in FinOps and SecOps practices within cloud environments
* Proven ability to mentor and guide technical teams
* Client-facing experience, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
This is a hybrid inside IR35 contract working in Cheltenham.