Cloud Architect

Swansea FULL TIME £60,000 - £80,000 / Year
(£5,000 - £6,666 / Month)

Job Description

We’re in search of a Cloud Architect with extensive experience in designing cloud solutions to join our Swansea team. The ideal candidate will have a background in cloud technologies, architecture design, and strategic planning to drive cloud initiatives that enhance our service offerings.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in the full lifecycle of cloud solution development from design to implementation.
  • Explore and implement automation for cloud infrastructure management.
  • Guide teams through cloud governance and compliance practices.
  • Work closely with vendors to evaluate new solutions and tools.
  • Engage in capacity planning and demand forecasting for cloud resources.
  • Deliver presentations to stakeholder groups on cloud strategies and benefits.
  • Resolve issues related to infrastructure performance and incidents.
  • Lead cross-team initiatives focusing on cloud innovation and adoption.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Master's degree in Cloud Computing or similar is an advantage
Experience
  • 6+ years of hands-on experience in cloud architecture
Technical Skills
  • DevOps Practices
  • Security Best Practices
Soft Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Team Leadership
Certifications
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with big data technologies: Hands-on experience with tools like Hadoop and Spark for data processing.
  • Participation in open-source projects: Contributions to open-source cloud computing projects are a plus.

Benefits

  • Generous holiday and leave policies
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions
  • Wellness programmes and initiatives
  • Support for continuous learning and certification

Company Culture

  • Continuous Improvement: Our team strives for continuous improvement and encourages feedback for personal and professional growth.
  • Collaborative Spirit: We foster a collaborative spirit where team members work together to achieve their goals.
  • Fun and Dynamic Atmosphere: We aim to create a fun atmosphere that motivates employees and promotes engagement.
Status: Closed