AWS Solution Architect (Senior Manager)
Location: London (Hybrid). Type: Permanent. Level: Senior Manager.
Security Clearance Requirement: This role requires successful BPSS and SC clearance. Applicants must have 5 years' continuous UK address history.
The Opportunity
A leading global professional services organisation is seeking an experienced AWS Solution Architect (Senior Manager) to join its high‑performing cloud practice. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud transformation, partnering with tier‑one clients across industries to design and deliver innovative, scalable, and secure AWS solutions.
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise cloud strategies while leading complex transformation programmes. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and want to work with cutting‑edge cloud technologies, this role offers exceptional career growth and exposure to large‑scale, impactful projects.
The Role
As a Senior Manager, you will operate at the intersection of technology leadership, architecture, and client engagement, taking ownership of end‑to‑end cloud transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Define cloud strategy, governance frameworks, and AWS architecture standards.
* Translate complex business requirements into secure, scalable cloud solutions.
* Lead large‑scale transformation programmes (e.g. data centre exit, legacy modernisation).
* Drive innovation across data, AI, security and multi‑cloud environments.
* Ensure adherence to security, compliance and regulatory standards.
* Engage and influence senior stakeholders and executive‑level audiences.
* Mentor and develop consultants and managers, building internal capability.
* Act as a cloud evangelist, promoting best practices and business value.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Designing and delivering cloud‑native and migration solutions on AWS.
* Helping clients move from strategy through to implementation and optimisation.
* Working with modern architectures including: serverless, microservices, containerised workloads.
* Supporting continuous improvement through DevOps, CI/CD and automation practices.
About You
You are a seasoned cloud professional with strong leadership capability and deep AWS expertise.
Essential Experience
* Proven hands‑on experience designing and implementing AWS‑based solutions.
* Strong background in enterprise architecture and cloud transformation.
* Experience aligning technical solutions with business strategy.
Certifications & Education
* AWS Certification (Associate or Professional – e.g. Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer).
* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline.
Technical Expertise
* Architecture & Design – Translating business needs into scalable cloud architectures; cost optimisation and cloud best practices.
* Data & AI – Experience with data platforms, analytics and AI/ML solutions; understanding of data lifecycle management.
* Application Architecture – Modern cloud patterns (serverless, containers, microservices); CI/CD and DevOps methodologies.
* Security – Identity & access management, encryption and compliance frameworks; implementing secure‑by‑design cloud environments.
* Integration – API design and event‑driven architectures; hybrid and multi‑cloud connectivity.
* Non‑Functional Design – High availability, resilience and scalability; disaster recovery and observability.
* Governance & Compliance – Cloud governance frameworks and cost control; auditing and compliance enforcement.
Desirable Skills
* AWS Specialty certifications (e.g. Security, Machine Learning, Advanced Networking).
* Exposure to other cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, Google Cloud).
What’s on Offer
* Competitive base salary + comprehensive benefits package.
* 30 days annual leave.
* Private medical insurance.
* Additional paid leave for charitable work.
* Access to industry‑leading training and certifications.
* Opportunity to work on high‑impact, global projects.
Working Model
This role offers a flexible working approach; however, travel to client sites will be required to deliver best‑in‑class services.
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