Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Who are we Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network. At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals. A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated. In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart here. About The Role We are seeking highly skilled Cloud Infrastructure Architect who shares our core philosophy of delivering high-quality products and services through iterative delivery and the fast flow of value. Every team member is a critical player in delivering outcomes that align with our business objectives, and we expect our people to have a deep understanding of agile and DevOps practices. If you are a multi-disciplinary individual who can operate autonomously across functional boundaries, demonstrate an openness to new ideas, have a continuous improvement mindset, then we would like to hear from you. Established in 1896, Knight Frank is a leading global professional services business, offering agency, consultancy and professional services in the property industry and across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Headquartered in London, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 500 offices in 70 territories. Key Responsibilities Play a key role in shaping our cloud Infrastructure strategy and contributing to technology roadmaps. Help define and evolve Azure cloud standards, reference architectures, and DevOps practices across the organisation Identify and remove process inefficiencies to improve delivery flow and operational performance. Drive automation across infrastructure, testing, and delivery pipelines to shorten feedback and deployment cycles. Deliver solutions that meet customer needs, while iterating based on feedback and learning. Ensure smooth, efficient flow of work from concept to delivery aligned with business priorities. Experience & Skills Minimum 2 years’ experience in Cloud Infrastructure Architecture Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams, contributing beyond your core skillset. Proven experience in designing complex, scalable architectures in an agile environment. Mindset of constant improvement and upskilling, individually and for the team. Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work within agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban, and continuously deliver incremental value. Strong knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman). Proficiency in the Microsoft stack (Azure, M365) preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Solid experience with lean, agile, and DevOps practices. Technical Skills (should include some of the following): Azure Compute: VMs, VMSS, App Service, Azure Functions, AKS, etc. Azure Networking: ExpressRoute, Virtual Network, ASG/NSG, Front Door, Azure Firewall, DNS, UDR, Traffic Manager. Azure Management & Governance: Policy, Management Groups, RBAC, Bastion, Automation, Backup, ASR, Azure Monitor, Defender. Azure Storage: Blob, Disks, Files. Azure Migrations: Azure Migrate, 3rd-party tools. DevOps Tools: Azure Pipelines, Azure DevOps, GitHub. Broad technical knowledge across infrastructure disciplines: Microsoft Technologies, Databases, LAN/WAN/MAN, Routing, Firewall, Wireless, IDS/IPS, SASE, VPN services, Load Balancing, and IT Security. Nice to Have Awareness or experience with AI architecture concepts, such as designing cloud infrastructure to support AI/ML workloads, understanding of AI platform services (e.g., Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services), and familiarity with data pipelines and model deployment in cloud environments. Strong knowledge of Identity/Governance (IAM) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Professional certifications in architecture or cloud technologies (e.g., TOGAF, AZ-104 / AZ-400, AZ-303/304/305). Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Competitive salary Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies. Your trusted partners in property. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people’s lives and environments. Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies.