Cloud Architect

Cloud Architect Currently on the lookout for a seasoned Cloud Architect with a passion for designing and implementing cutting-edge AWS solutions? My client are hiring for a confidential, high-impact role with a Defence consultancy that’s heavily invested in our nations security. Location: Manchester (3 days per week in-office, hybrid working) Salary: £80k Clearance: eDV clearance is essential What You’ll Do: Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns for a large multi-account AWS estate. Solve complex business challenges as an AWS subject matter expert, leveraging services like EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, RDS, KMS, ELB, SNS, SQS, and IAM. Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices, working with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and more. Champion AWS security and network services, ensuring robust cybersecurity standards. Collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and motivate teams to adopt new tools and set high standards. What You’ll Bring: Strong experience in AWS cloud platform architecture and solving complex business issues. Proficiency in Java programming and Linux, with desirable knowledge of Apache NiFi, Node.js, JSON/XML, Jenkins, Maven, BitBucket, or JIRA. Hands-on experience with scripting (Shell, Bash, Python) and a solid understanding of Linux, networking, routing, and firewalls. Familiarity with operational concepts like monitoring, observability, and FinOps in AWS. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Nice to Have: AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, Security, Advanced Networking). Experience with scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale). A passion for mentoring and stakeholder management. Why Join? This is your chance to work on transformative projects in a dynamic, supportive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, work with the latest AWS technologies, and make a real impact. Drop me a message at alec.bruce-gardyne@opusrs.com or apply directly with your CV. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold eDV clearance . Cloud Architect