azure architect linux
Posted 2 days ago by 1768097069
£550 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
london, london
Summary: The Azure Architect (Linux) role is a high-level position focused on leading complex migrations to Azure while managing a team of engineers. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing cloud strategies, overseeing migration processes, and ensuring security governance. This position requires extensive experience in Azure and Linux, along with active SC Clearance. The role is based in London with a hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the strategy and delivery of Azure Landing Zones and complex workload migrations.
- Design HLD/LLD, BoM pricing, and architectural roadmaps.
- Lead On-prem to Cloud transitions using Azure Migrate.
- Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of networking, clusters, and kernel tuning (RHEL/CentOS focus).
- Manage Azure Key Vault, IAM, and high-security UNIX environments.
Key Skills:
- 12+ years in IT with 5+ years dedicated to Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Networking, Storage).
- Strong hands-on skills in shell scripting, DNS, Postfix, and performance tuning (Varnish/HAProxy).
- Proven ability to govern technical teams and manage senior stakeholders.
- Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
- Certifications (Bonus): AZ-305, AZ-104, RHCE, or RHCA.
Salary (Rate): £550 per 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.
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