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Infrastructure Architect

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Job Overview I am seeking a skilled and strategic Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and oversee my clients core IT infrastructure. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of our IT environment, including cloud and on-premise systems. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, architecture design skills, and a strong understanding of business needs.Key Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable and secure infrastructure architectures (cloud, hybrid, and on-premise).

  • Define infrastructure standards, patterns, and best practices.

  • Lead infrastructure design for new systems and services, including integration with existing platforms.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business units to translate business requirements into infrastructure solutions.

  • Develop documentation including architecture diagrams, roadmaps, and technical specifications.

  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve resilience, performance, and cost-efficiency.

  • Oversee implementation of disaster recovery, backup strategies, and high availability configurations.

  • Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements.

  • Guide and mentor infrastructure engineers and support teams.

  • Engage in incident and problem management as an escalation point.

Requirements Essential:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 7+ years in infrastructure engineering with at least 3 years in an architecture or design role.

  • Strong experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • In-depth knowledge of networking, virtualization, storage, and security concepts.

  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).

  • Hands-on experience with monitoring tools, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Ability to create and present detailed architectural documentation and reports.

Desirable:

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Azure Architect).

  • Experience in regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare).

  • Knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks.

What they Offer

  • Competitive salary and bonus package

  • Flexible working arrangements (hybrid or remote options)

  • Professional development and certification opportunities

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

  • A collaborative and innovative work environment

Company
Nigel Wright Group
Location
Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Posted
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Company
Nigel Wright Group
Location
Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Posted