Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architects design and implement scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure and application architectures.

 

Responsibilities

  • Design cloud solutions aligned with business requirements.
  • Select appropriate cloud services and architecture patterns.
  • Ensure cloud architecture is secure, scalable, and cost-effective.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate technical needs into architecture.
  • Guide teams on best practices and architectural decisions.

 

Key Skills

  • Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and storage.
  • Ability to create architecture diagrams and documentation.
  • Knowledge of automation, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

 

Recommended Certifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional.

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect.

 

Average Salary

£60k–£85k

 

 

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* Salary data based on UK averages from Glassdoor UK and Indeed UK, 2024.

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