Cloud platforms Architect (Domain : Banking / Financial)

Summary: The Cloud Platforms Architect role focuses on designing and deploying resilient, large-scale distributed systems within the banking and financial domain. The position requires expertise in AWS, containerization, automation, and backend architecture, while also bridging the gap between business and engineering teams. The architect will lead the implementation of cloud-native strategies and ensure alignment with enterprise standards. This role is based in Knutsford, Cheshire, and emphasizes a mature DevOps culture across global teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and deploy resilient, large-scale distributed systems using AWS (IaaS, PaaS, Serverless).
• Lead the implementation of containerized strategies using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS).
• Own the end-to-end automation lifecycle leveraging Terraform (IaC) and GitLab/Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
• Design high-performance backend structures utilizing PostgreSQL and NoSQL (DynamoDB).
• Build API-first and Event-Driven systems integrated with the Kafka ecosystem.
• Act as a bridge between business and engineering by translating complex requirements into Reference Architectures.
• Mentor Agile teams and ensure alignment with TOGAF or enterprise standards.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in AWS (IaaS, PaaS, Serverless).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS).
• Proficiency in Terraform (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab/Jenkins).
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL and NoSQL (DynamoDB).
• Experience in building API-first and Event-Driven systems.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into Reference Architectures.
• Familiarity with TOGAF or enterprise standards.

Salary (Rate): £56.00/hr

City: Knutsford

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT