Senior Cloud Architect (Consulting) (Multiple)

Job Overview

We're seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with AWS expertise to join our team. This is a senior position focused on building central cloud platforms and providing cloud transformation solutions to government, defense, and enterprise organizations.

Location: Central London with travel requirements (0-3 days per week to customer sites)

Clearance: SC clearance required; DV clearance advantageous

Eligibility: Candidates must be UK-based and eligible to pass SC clearance

Compensation

Salary: £120,000-£140,000

Additional discretionary bonus scheme available

About the Company

Cloudscaler is a leading consultancy specializing in building central cloud platforms, cloud risk mitigation, and cloud operating models. We provide thought leadership to central government and private enterprise organizations to help them unlock the true value of cloud technology.

Why Join Our Team

At Cloudscaler, you'll be part of a consultancy at the forefront of cloud transformation, trusted by government, defence, and enterprise organizations to deliver complex AWS solutions that make a real national impact. From modernising public services to securing critical infrastructure, the work you do will matter far beyond technology.

We combine the agility of a startup with the credibility of an AWS Advanced Partner, creating a high-trust, high-performance culture where self-starters thrive and every voice is heard. You'll work closely with senior leadership and cloud experts, shaping meaningful projects and driving innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Strategy & Governance

• Shaping cloud and platform strategies for enterprise or public sector clients, aligning technology decisions with business objectives
• Establishing Cloud Centres of Excellence (CCoE), including operating models, RACI structures, and shared responsibility frameworks
• Designing and implementing cloud control frameworks, governance models, and risk/controls for secure and compliant operations

Technical Leadership

• Leading enterprise-wide cost optimisation, security, and observability strategies in complex AWS environments
• Defining and embedding Well Architected principles across large-scale organizations
• Developing cloud control frameworks, defining risks, controls, and ownership for guardrails
• Leading network strategy, managing RAM sharing and network performance monitoring

Consulting & Advisory

• Advising senior stakeholders on cloud adoption, transformation, and operating model change, backed by a strong track record in cloud consulting and governance

Requirements

Technical Expertise

• Strong experience with AWS cloud architecture and services
• Expertise in cloud infrastructure design and implementation
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Professional Qualifications

• Must be eligible to pass SC clearance
• Previous experience in cloud consulting or similar role
• Strong track record in cloud governance and security frameworks

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days' annual leave + 5 additional days for training/exams or volunteering
• Travel and accommodation expenses where eligible
• Life Assurance
• Long Term Disability cover
• Employee Assist Programme for employee advice and support (including legal and counselling helpline)
• Health, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Financial and Legal support
• 24/7 GP access
• Public holiday opt-out scheme for flexible time off
• Individual training and development plans with online training and exam costs covered
• Recruitment referral scheme – referral bonus if you introduce us to someone we then hire
• Customer referral scheme – referral bonus if you introduce us to a new customer
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Dog friendly office

Interview Process

• Screening call with our Talent Acquisition team
• 1st Interview - 30 minute remote interview with our hiring team
• 2nd Interview - 60 minute remote technical interview with members of our architecture team
• 3rd Interview - 60 minute in person interview with members of our Senior Leadership Team