Summary: The Azure Cloud Architect role is a 24-month contract position focused on designing and delivering scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure. The architect will lead cloud adoption and best practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align cloud architecture with business objectives. This hybrid role requires on-site presence once a week in London. Candidates should have extensive experience in cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect secure, scalable Azure solutions for enterprise workloads.
• Lead migrations, modernizations, and cloud-native builds using services like AKS, Azure Functions, and Cosmos DB.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Bicep, ARM, or Terraform.
• Support DevOps and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Ensure compliance, governance, and cost optimization across environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cloud architecture with business goals.

Key Skills:

• 6+ years of cloud experience, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Strong knowledge of Azure networking, security, identity, and core services.
• Experience with IaC, containers (AKS/Docker), and DevOps workflows.
• Azure certification(s) preferred (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or hybrid cloud environments is a bonus.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT