Cloud Infrastructure Enterprise Architect - GCP - UK - Remote
Posted 1 week ago by Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd
Negotiable
Inside
Remote
United kingdom - Remote
Summary: The role of Cloud Infrastructure Enterprise Architect involves leading the design and implementation of scalable and secure infrastructure solutions primarily using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for clients in the retail and telecommunications sectors. The architect will modernize legacy systems and support digital transformation initiatives while ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position requires extensive experience in IT infrastructure and cloud architecture, particularly with GCP services. The role is contract-based and classified as inside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect end-to-end cloud infrastructure solutions tailored to large-scale retail and telecom environments.
- Lead infrastructure modernization projects including migration of compute, storage, and network workloads to GCP.
- Design hybrid and multi-cloud architectures ensuring scalability, availability, and cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineers, security architects, and application developers.
- Establish infrastructure standards and reference architectures for retail stores, data centers, and telecom networks.
- Ensure compliance with UK regulations including GDPR, BSI, and Telekom security frameworks.
- Engage directly with enterprise clients, leading technical workshops and architecture reviews.
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, a related quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or Cloud architecture roles, including experience with different industry verticals (Example - retail and/or telecom systems).
- 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with core GCP services (eg, Compute Engine, GKE, VPC, Cloud Storage, Cloud IAM, Cloud DNS, Cloud Load Balancing).
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, especially Terraform.
- Strong scripting and automation skills (eg, Python, Bash, Go).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
- Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (eg, GCP Operations Suite, Prometheus, Grafana).
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
- Experience with hybrid cloud deployments, data center migrations, and networking topologies.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security and governance practices within regulated environments.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role: Cloud Infrastructure Enterprise Architect
Location: UK - (Remote)
Type: Contract - Inside IR35
Certification: Google Professional Cloud Architect (Required)
About the Role
We're looking for a seasoned Cloud Infrastructure Architect with deep expertise in the retail and telecommunications industries. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure solutions using Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will work closely with clients to modernize Legacy systems, support digital transformation initiatives, and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect end-to-end cloud infrastructure solutions tailored to large-scale retail and telecom environments.
- Lead infrastructure modernization projects including migration of compute, storage, and network workloads to GCP.
- Design hybrid and multi-cloud architectures ensuring scalability, availability, and cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineers, security architects, and application developers.
- Establish infrastructure standards and reference architectures for retail stores, data centers, and telecom networks.
- Ensure compliance with UK regulations including GDPR, BSI, and Telekom security frameworks.
- Engage directly with enterprise clients, leading technical workshops and architecture reviews.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, a related quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or Cloud architecture roles, including experience with different industry verticals (Example - retail and/or telecom systems).
- 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with core GCP services (eg, Compute Engine, GKE, VPC, Cloud Storage, Cloud IAM, Cloud DNS, Cloud Load Balancing).
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, especially Terraform.
- Strong scripting and automation skills (eg, Python, Bash, Go).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies
- Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (eg, GCP Operations Suite, Prometheus, Grafana).
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
- Experience with hybrid cloud deployments, data center migrations, and networking topologies.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security and governance practices within regulated environments
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in cloud transformation programs for leading industries in UK.
- Understanding of OSS/BSS systems, point-of-sale (POS), and retail IoT infrastructure.
- Strong stakeholder management and consulting experience with enterprise customers.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.