Job description
Azure Cloud Architect
Location: Remote anywhere in UK
Employment Type: Permanent / Contract
Projects: Multiple client environments across Financial Services, Public Sector, and Enterprise Technology
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to join a leading Managed Service Provider delivering complex cloud solutions across a wide range of client environments in the UK. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising Azure cloud architectures that support digital transformation initiatives, large-scale migrations, and cloud-native development projects.
You will work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and client leadership to shape cloud strategies, ensure enterprise-grade security, and deliver scalable Azure-based platforms aligned to business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design end-to-end Azure cloud architectures, including IaaS, PaaS, and serverless services
Lead cloud migration and transformation projects for multiple clients from initial assessment through delivery
Define architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and governance frameworks
Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand business objectives and translate them into scalable cloud solutions
Provide technical leadership to delivery teams, offering guidance on best practices and Azure capabilities
Ensure security, compliance, and cost optimisation are embedded in all architecture designs
Participate in pre-sales engagements, shaping proposals and solution offerings
Work in Agile and DevOps environments to support continuous delivery of cloud services
Mentor engineers and architects on Azure technologies and frameworks
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as an Azure Architect or Senior Cloud Engineer in an MSP or consultancy environment
Deep expertise in Azure services such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services, Azure Functions, Azure DevOps, Azure SQL, Virtual Networks, Azure Identity & Security
Strong background in cloud migration, hybrid cloud, and multi-tenant architectures
Experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Terraform, ARM/Bicep
Knowledge of Azure governance, cost management, and security best practices
Hands-on experience with DevOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines
Strong understanding of networking, firewalls, identity management, and Zero Trust Security models
Excellent stakeholder communication and client-facing skills
Desirable
Azure Certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer)Experience with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform integrations
Exposure to AI, machine learning or data modernisation projects within Azure
Background working on enterprise-level projects in regulated industries (Finance, Public Sector, Healthcare)
What's on Offer
Competitive Daily Rate or permanent contract
Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex cloud architecture projects across multiple sectorsClear career progression to Principal Architect or Cloud Practice Lead
Collaborative team environment within a fast-growing MSP
Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements
If you are passionate about delivering enterprise-grade Azure solutions and enjoy working in a fast-moving, client-facing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
