Cloud Architect

Principal Cloud Engineer / Architect - Slough (2 days and remote)- 6 months - urgent Must-Have Define the cloud architecture strategy from the ground up. With the platform already selected, they will help architect and build it while establishing cloud architecture and platform standards. We need a hands-on builder first: a strong principal cloud engineer with solid architecture experience engineering first, architecture second. Experience designing and implementing cloud architectures. Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions on AWS and Azure cloud platforms. Strong understanding of modern cloud architecture and distributed systems. Strong networking and Infrastructure as Code experience. Experience designing secure, highly available and resilient systems. Strong understanding of cloud security and identity. Experience with containers and Kubernetes or comparable technologies. Experience with APIs, integration, messaging and event-driven architectures. Experience influencing cloud or technology strategy at senior level. Strong architectural judgement and ability to explain technical trade-offs. Experience working closely with engineers and Solution Designers to turn architecture into working solutions. Ability to work independently and create clarity from ambiguity. Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to navigate complex stakeholder environments and engage effectively with senior architects, engineering leaders and security stakeholders. Preferred Experience building a cloud platform or foundation from the ground up. Platform engineering experience. Experience with CI/CD and cloud automation. Experience establishing reusable engineering and architectural patterns. Experience working across complex technology estates or highly integrated platforms. Telecom/MVNO Experience Telecom or MVNO experience is nice to have, not essential. Experience with highly integrated, high-volume or customer-facing platforms would also be a plus