Azure Cloud Architect
Posted 6 days ago by Nordcloud, an IBM Company
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Azure Cloud Architect role at Nordcloud involves leading customer projects focused on cloud migrations and infrastructure builds, while designing secure Azure environments. The position requires hands-on engineering tasks, including building CI/CD pipelines and providing architectural guidance throughout project lifecycles. The role also supports pre-sales efforts and contributes to customer proposals. This position is based in either London or Manchester, UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to customer projects including cloud migrations, infrastructure builds, and audits.
- Design and implement scalable, secure Azure environments using best practices.
- Stay hands-on with engineering tasks—building CI/CD pipelines, writing scripts, and automating infrastructure.
- Provide architectural guidance and collaborate with technical teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support pre-sales efforts and contribute to customer proposals with technical insight.
Key Skills:
- Strong background in software engineering with hands-on experience in cloud-native development.
- Proven expertise in Azure architecture and cloud solution design.
- Proficiency in DevOps tools, CI/CD, and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- Solid understanding of networking, security, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure.
- Experience leading teams and engaging with customers in both delivery and pre-sales contexts.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Join Nordcloud and be part of the European cloud revolution. We supercharge our customers to innovate in hyperscaler cloud, enabling seamless migration, advanced security, and data-driven success. Currently, we are looking for an Azure Cloud Architect to join our team in the UK. (This role can be based in either London or Manchester)
Your Role:
- Lead and contribute to customer projects including cloud migrations, infrastructure builds, and audits.
- Design and implement scalable, secure Azure environments using best practices.
- Stay hands-on with engineering tasks—building CI/CD pipelines, writing scripts, and automating infrastructure.
- Provide architectural guidance and collaborate with technical teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support pre-sales efforts and contribute to customer proposals with technical insight.
What You Bring:
- Strong background in software engineering with hands-on experience in cloud-native development.
- Proven expertise in Azure architecture and cloud solution design.
- Proficiency in DevOps tools, CI/CD, and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- Solid understanding of networking, security, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure.
- Experience leading teams and engaging with customers in both delivery and pre-sales contexts.
We encourage you to apply , even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We value your growth potential and enthusiasm!
What we offer:
- Individual training budget and exam fees for certifications
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working model
- Laptop and equipment of your choice
- Local package such as up to 7% matched pension contributions, extensive private health care, Bupa dental plan, and a seasonal ticket loan, enhanced maternity and parental leave, gym expense or well-being monthly and mobile phone allowance
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About Nordcloud
Nordcloud is a European leader in cloud implementation, application development, managed services and training. It’s a recognised cloud-native pioneer with a proven track record helping organisations leverage public cloud in a way that balances quick wins, immediate savings and sustainable value. Nordcloud is triple-certified across Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform – with 10 European hubs, over 1,300 employees and has delivered over 1,000 successful cloud projects for companies ranging from midsize to large corporates. Our clients benefit from multi-cloud expertise that guides best practices, preempts pitfalls, provides essential technical support and steers teams through cultural change. From strategy planning to application management, we take our customers through the whole cloud journey to drive real business outcomes from cloud technology. Learn more at www.nordcloud.com
Nordcloud values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and employees.