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Currently on the lookout for a seasoned Cloud Architect with a passion for designing and implementing cutting-edge AWS solutions? My client are hiring for a confidential, high-impact role with a Defence consultancy that’s heavily invested in our nations security.
Location: Manchester (3 days per week in-office, hybrid working)
Clearance: eDV clearance is essential
What You’ll Do:
* Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns for a large multi-account AWS estate.
* Solve complex business challenges as an AWS subject matter expert, leveraging services like EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, RDS, KMS, ELB, SNS, SQS, and IAM.
* Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices, working with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and more.
* Champion AWS security and network services, ensuring robust cybersecurity standards.
* Collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and motivate teams to adopt new tools and set high standards.
What You’ll Bring:
* Strong experience in AWS cloud platform architecture and solving complex business issues.
* Proficiency in Java programming and Linux, with desirable knowledge of Apache NiFi, Node.js, JSON/XML, Jenkins, Maven, BitBucket, or JIRA.
* Hands-on experience with scripting (Shell, Bash, Python) and a solid understanding of Linux, networking, routing, and firewalls.
* Familiarity with operational concepts like monitoring, observability, and FinOps in AWS.
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Nice to Have:
* AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, Security, Advanced Networking).
* Experience with scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale).
* A passion for mentoring and stakeholder management.
Why Join?
This is your chance to work on transformative projects in a dynamic, supportive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, work with the latest AWS technologies, and make a real impact.
Drop me a message at alec.bruce-gardyne@opusrs.com or apply directly with your CV. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold eDV clearance.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Software Development
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