Azure Architect Linux
Posted 1 day ago by Randstad Technologies
£550 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: The Azure Architect (Linux) role is focused on leading complex cloud migrations and designing Azure solutions, requiring a blend of Azure infrastructure expertise and deep-level Linux engineering skills. The position involves managing a team of engineers and driving the strategy for Azure Landing Zones. This is a 6-month contract with potential for extension, and active SC clearance is mandatory. The role is hybrid, requiring two days in the office each week in London.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the strategy and delivery of Azure Landing Zones and complex workload migrations.
- Design high-level and low-level designs, BoM pricing, and architectural roadmaps.
- Lead on-prem to cloud transitions using Azure Migrate.
- Troubleshoot networking, clusters, and Kernel tuning with a focus on RHEL/CentOS.
- Manage Azure Key Vault, IAM, and high-security UNIX environments.
Key Skills:
- 12+ years in IT with 5+ years dedicated to Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Networking, Storage).
- Strong hands-on skills in Shell Scripting, DNS, Postfix, and performance tuning (Varnish/HAProxy).
- Proven ability to govern technical teams and manage senior stakeholders.
- Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
- Certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, RHCE, or RHCA are a bonus.
Salary (Rate): £550 per day
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Azure Architect (Linux) | London Hybrid | SC Cleared
Are you a cloud visionary who bridges the gap between Azure Infrastructure and Deep-Level Linux Engineering? We are looking for a high-calibre Azure Architect to lead large-scale, complex migrations for a 6-month initial contract (with strong extension potential).
This is a unique opportunity to own the end-to-end solutioning-from initial assessment to high-level design and hands-on performance tuning.
The RoleAs the Technical Lead for a team of 5+ engineers, you will drive the strategy and delivery of Azure Landing Zones and complex workload migrations. You'll be the subject matter expert for:
Cloud Strategy: Designing HLD/LLD, BoM pricing, and architectural roadmaps.
Migration Excellence: Leading On-prem to Cloud transitions using Azure Migrate.
Linux Mastery: Deep-dive troubleshooting of networking, clusters, and Kernel tuning (RHEL/CentOS focus).
Security & Governance: Managing Azure Key Vault, IAM, and high-security UNIX environments.
What You'll Bring
Experience: 12+ years in IT with 5+ years dedicated to Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Networking, Storage).
Linux Expertise: Strong hands-on skills in Shell Scripting, DNS, Postfix, and performance tuning (Varnish/HAProxy).
Leadership: Proven ability to govern technical teams and manage senior stakeholders.
Clearance: Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
Certifications (Bonus): AZ-305, AZ-104, RHCE, or RHCA.
The Setup
Location: London, UK (Hybrid: 2 days per week in-office).
Duration: 6 months + Extension.
Compliance: Inside IR35.
Why Apply?
Join a project where you aren't just following a blueprint-you're drawing it. If you thrive in complex environments and enjoy mentoring talented engineers while staying "hands-on" we want to hear from you.
Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.