Job Title: Lead Cloud Architect
Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional travel to Leeds
Salary: c.£80,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Why Apply?
Are you a seasoned cloud professional with a passion for scalable architecture, security, and automation? This is a high-impact opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role within a globally recognised, fast-scaling technology business. As Lead Cloud Architect, you'll shape the direction of hybrid cloud strategy across a diverse, international infrastructure landscape. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, influencing technical standards, and driving cloud transformation at scale, this role offers the autonomy, progression, and visibility you're looking for. You'll be empowered to lead from the front-bringing fresh thinking, championing cloud best practices, and delivering robust, secure, and scalable solutions that support business-critical platforms used by millions.
Lead Cloud Architect Responsibilities
Lead the Cloud Centre of Excellence, setting direction for cloud platform architecture and adoption
Design, implement and scale hybrid and multi-cloud environments across the business
Define and maintain cloud standards for automation, monitoring, security, and cost-efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Security, SRE, and Networking) to deliver resilient and compliant cloud infrastructure
Drive technical leadership and act as a key advisor on cloud architecture across departments
Promote continuous improvement and foster a culture of knowledge sharing
Advocate for cloud-native tools, infrastructure-as-code, and DevOps practices
Provide mentorship and support to cloud engineers across multiple locations
Lead Cloud Architect Requirements
Significant experience in leading cloud engineering initiatives or running a Cloud Centre of Excellence
Deep expertise in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and private cloud architecture; Oracle Cloud experience is a plus
Strong knowledge of hybrid networking (e.g. VPCs, BGP, DNS, hybrid connectivity)
Proficient in cloud security including IAM, encryption, compliance, and firewall configuration
Strong architectural design skills with a focus on resilience, scalability, and cost optimisation
Agile mindset with experience in CI/CD, automation, and iterative delivery
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
A collaborative approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
What's in it for me?
Competitive salary c.£80,000 per annum, depending on experience
Remote-first working with occasional travel to Leeds
Private healthcare
Generous holiday allowance
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
International working environment with a strong culture of inclusion and innovation
Chance to influence cloud strategy and architecture in a business investing heavily in modern technology
This role is ideal for candidates looking for a remote Lead Cloud Engineer job in the UK, a full-time cloud strategy role, or a career move into a forward-thinking business.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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