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Version 1AWS Cloud Migration Solutions Architect
About the Company
Version 1 has celebrated [30 years in business] and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions that drive customer success. Our deep expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships with global technology leaders including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.
We’re an award-winning employer, reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of what we do:
- UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
- €350m (£300m+) revenue business, with 3,300+ employees
- 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & the UK
- Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland (by GPTW)
- Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK (by GPTW)
We are a [values-driven company]. We hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them—it’s deeply embedded within our DNA.
Job Description: Cloud Migration Solutions Architect
Purpose of the Role
Drive AWS infrastructure and application migration waves from initial design to execution, ensuring technical solutions are robust and aligned with programme objectives. Discovery work is critical in this role—experience is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead migration architecture & design
- Design end-to-end AWS migration solutions covering infrastructure and application layers.
- Lead discovery exercises using tools such as AWS Application Discovery Service or AWS Migration Hub.
- Assess current state environments, dependencies, and risks ahead of migration.
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Translator & strategist
- Convert discovery findings into AWS migration designs and wave plans.
- Select appropriate migration strategies:
- Rehost
- Replatform
- Refactor
- Design target state architectures, including:
- Compute (EC2, Lambda, etc.)
- Storage (S3, EBS, etc.)
- Networking (VPC, VPNs, etc.)
- Security (IAM, KMS, etc.)
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Collaboration & alignment
- Work alongside delivery and project managers to ensure the technical approach aligns with programme timelines.
- Support execution of migration waves using tools such as:
- AWS MWS (Migration Hub Strategy), AWS DMS (Database Migration Service), AWS Application Migration Service.
- Resolve technical issues proactively during execution.
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Documentation & compliance
- Produce architecture documentation and design artefacts for governance and sign-off.
- Liaise with security, change, and transition teams to ensure designs meet:
- Organisational requirements
- AWS Well-Architected Framework
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- Proven track record driving AWS migration waves from design through execution.
- Strong AWS infrastructure expertise:
- VPC design, EC2, networking, storage services.
- Robust experience around application dependencies and integration points within AWS.
- Hands-on discovery experience (critical—not optional).
- Experience working across multiple migration waves in a programme setting.
- Working knowledge of AWS migration tooling such as:
- MGN (Migration Hub)
- DMS (Database Migration Service)
- AWS Application Discovery Service
- Migration Hub
Desirable
- AWS Certification (e.g. Solutions Architect Associate/Professional preferred).
- Experience in large-scale transformation or migration programmes.
- Familiarity with AWS Well-Architected Framework.
- Awareness of governance frameworks and change processes, including:
- RFCs
- RAID logs
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate technical detail clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Comfortable working under pressure with multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Exceptional documentation skills.
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Benefits & Rewards
At Version 1, our benefits package supports wellbeing, professional growth, and financial security, all while fostering a balanced and inclusive workplace.
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Financial Wellbeing
- Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme for company profits sharing.
- Dedicated version1 Pension (5% employee-matched contribution).
- Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial Advice, and an Employee Discount Scheme.
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Career Growth
- Pathways to Continuous Career Progression through Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes.
- Dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development Programme.
- Educational assistance and incentivised certifications (AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Red Hat).
- Annual Excellence Awards & quarterly Star Awards.
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Flexible Working & Wellbeing
- Remote/hybrid work flexibility with personalised support for life events and individual needs.
- Comprehensive holistic wellbeing initiatives:
- Free Gym Discounts, Bike-to-Work schemes, Fitness Classes & Mindfulness Workshops, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- 24 days holiday allowance (+ Public Holidays, with enhanced leave policies for maternity/paternity, marriage/civil partnerships, and special occasions).
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Community & Social Value
- Engagement with However Many Legs TikTok [includes Red Hat logo]’s ESG & community initiatives with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Version 1: Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, including neurodivergent talent.
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