Job Description

Cloud Solution Architect (Cloud / Integration)

Hybrid working: 3 days onsite in London and 2 days remote

Pay rate: £650 per day Outside IR35

Contract with strong likelihood of extension

Active SC required

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of cloud-based solutions within a complex and secure environment. The role focuses on defining end-to-end architectures across cloud infrastructure, platform services, and integration layers, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Define end-to-end solution architecture across cloud, platform, and integration domains

Translate business and technical requirements into scalable solution designs

Produce and govern high- and low-level designs (HLD/LLD)

Ensure alignment with security, compliance, and architectural standards

Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams

Drive best practices across cloud architecture and delivery

Oversee integration patterns across systems and services

Support design reviews, governance forums, and assurance activities

Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risks and dependencies

Ensure solutions are optimised for performance, cost, and resilience

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Solution Architect in complex programmes

Strong background in cloud architecture (GCP preferred, AWS/Azure acceptable)

Experience designing secure, scalable enterprise systems

Strong understanding of integration patterns and distributed systems

Experience producing architecture documentation (HLD/LLD)

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Experience working in agile environments

Highly Desirable

Experience in secure or government environments

Hybrid cloud and connectivity experience

Experience across integration layers, APIs, and messaging platforms

Kubernetes or container platform exposure

Familiarity with architecture governance frameworks

Relevant certifications (TOGAF, GCP, or equivalent)