Senior Cloud Architect – Consulting

Cloudscaler

Senior Cloud Architect specializing in AWS solutions. Collaborating with government and enterprise clients to drive innovation and cloud transformation.

Posted 7/19/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £120,000 - £140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in shaping cloud strategies and governance for enterprise and public sector clients, with a focus on secure operations and cost optimization in AWS environments. Proven ability to lead cloud transformation initiatives and advise senior stakeholders on effective cloud adoption.

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Cloud Strategy DevelopmentCloud Control FrameworksAWS Cost OptimizationCloud Governance ModelsStakeholder Advisory

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Hard Skills

Cloud StrategyCloud Control FrameworksAWS Cost OptimizationCloud GovernanceRisk ManagementNetwork Performance MonitoringWell Architected PrinciplesCloud Centres of ExcellenceOperating ModelsRACI Structures

Soft Skills

Thought LeadershipCollaborationInnovationAdvisory SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Public SectorPrivate EnterpriseCloud AdoptionTransformationCritical InfrastructureSecure OperationsComplianceCost OptimizationObservability StrategiesNational Impact

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide thought leadership to central government and private enterprise organisations to help them unlock the true value of cloud.
Participate in modernizing public services to secure critical infrastructure, making a real national impact.
Work closely with senior leadership and cloud experts, shaping meaningful projects and driving innovation.
Accelerate your personal and professional development through hands-on experience with cutting-edge cloud solutions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be UK-based
Shaping cloud and platform strategies for enterprise or public sector clients, aligning technology decisions with business objectives.
Establishing Cloud Centres of Excellence (CCoE), including operating models, RACI structures, and shared responsibility frameworks.
Designing and implementing cloud control frameworks, governance models, and risk/controls for secure and compliant operations.
Leading enterprise-wide cost optimisation, security, and observability strategies in complex AWS environments.
Defining and embedding Well Architected principles across large-scale organisations.
Advising senior stakeholders on cloud adoption, transformation, and operating model change, backed by a strong track record in cloud consulting and governance.
Developing cloud control frameworks, defining risks, controls, and ownership for guardrails.
Leading network strategy, managing RAM sharing and network performance monitoring

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus
Discretionary security clearance bonus for those holding certain clearance
Periodic offer of share options schemes
25 days’ annual leave
5 additional days per year towards training, certifications, or charity work
Option to buy additional annual leave up to 5 days per year
Public holidays opt-out scheme, the option to work on public holidays creating the flexibility to enjoy your time off when it suits you
Certifications and training expensed
Life Assurance
Long Term Disability cover
Employee Assist Programme for employee advice and support (including legal and counselling helpline)
Health, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Financial and Legal support
24/7 GP access
Pension auto-enrolment and contribution
Employee referral scheme
Client referral scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Travel expenses policy