Azure Architect Linux
Posted 2 days ago by Randstad Technologies Recruitment
£550 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London
Summary: The Azure Architect (Linux) role is designed for a cloud visionary who will lead complex migrations and oversee a team of engineers in a hybrid work environment. The position requires expertise in Azure Infrastructure and Linux engineering, focusing on end-to-end solutioning and performance tuning. The successful candidate will drive the strategy for Azure Landing Zones and manage high-security UNIX environments. Active SC Clearance is mandatory for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategy and delivery of Azure Landing Zones and complex workload migrations.
- Design high-level and low-level architecture, including BoM pricing and architectural roadmaps.
- Manage on-prem to cloud transitions using Azure Migrate.
- Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of networking, clusters, and kernel tuning with a focus on RHEL/CentOS.
- Oversee security and governance, including Azure Key Vault and IAM management.
Key Skills:
- 12+ years in IT with 5+ years focused on Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Networking, Storage).
- Strong hands-on Linux skills, including shell scripting, DNS, Postfix, and performance tuning (Varnish/HAProxy).
- Proven leadership abilities in managing technical teams and senior stakeholders.
- Active SC Clearance.
- Certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, RHCE, or RHCA are a bonus.
Salary (Rate): £550/day
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Azure Architect (Linux) | London Hybrid | SC Cleared
Are you a cloud visionary who bridges the gap between Azure Infrastructure and Deep-Level Linux Engineering? We are looking for a high-caliber Azure Architect to lead large-scale, complex migrations for a 6-month initial contract (with strong extension potential). This is a unique opportunity to own the end-to-end solutioning-from initial assessment to high-level design and hands-on performance tuning.
The Role
As the Technical Lead for a team of 5+ engineers, you will drive the strategy and delivery of Azure Landing Zones and complex workload migrations. You'll be the subject matter expert for:
- Cloud Strategy: Designing HLD/LLD, BoM pricing, and architectural roadmaps.
- Migration Excellence: Leading On-prem to Cloud transitions using Azure Migrate.
- Linux Mastery: Deep-dive troubleshooting of networking, clusters, and kernel tuning (RHEL/CentOS focus).
- Security & Governance: Managing Azure Key Vault, IAM, and high-security UNIX environments.
What You'll Bring
Experience: 12+ years in IT with 5+ years dedicated to Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Networking, Storage).
Linux Expertise: Strong hands-on skills in shell scripting, DNS, Postfix, and performance tuning (Varnish/HAProxy).
Leadership: Proven ability to govern technical teams and manage senior stakeholders.
Clearance: Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
Certifications (Bonus): AZ-305, AZ-104, RHCE, or RHCA.
The Setup
Location: London, UK (Hybrid: 2 days per week in-office).
Duration: 6 Months + Extension.
Compliance: Inside IR35.
Why Apply?
Join a project where you aren't just following a blueprint-you're drawing it. If you thrive in complex environments and enjoy mentoring talented engineers while staying "hands-on," we want to hear from you.
Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.