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Cloud Architect Contract - Paying up to £750 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in South Wales, Hybrid Working, To Start ASAP
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An exciting opportunity for an experienced Cloud Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable cloud solutions within a large-scale digital transformation programme.
You'll be responsible for shaping cloud strategy, driving modernisation initiatives, and leading a team of cloud engineers to deliver resilient, cost-effective, and innovative cloud services. Working closely with stakeholders, you'll ensure cloud platforms support organisational objectives while maintaining the highest standards of security, governance, and performance.
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- Lead cloud architecture strategy, design, and delivery
- Drive cloud migration and transformation programmes
- Manage and mentor a team of cloud engineers
- Champion cloud security, governance, and best practice
- Deliver automation, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud-native solutions
- Optimise cloud performance, resilience, and cost efficiency
- Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience in a Cloud Architecture role
- Proven leadership experience managing, developing, and mentoring cloud engineering teams
- Strong expertise in Azure or Google Cloud
- Experience within large, complex, regulated environments
- Cloud migration, hybrid cloud, and Infrastructure as Code experience
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
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