Cloud and Infrastructure Architect (Azure)

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a global environment and wants to take ownership of designing, optimising, and securing enterprise-scale cloud and hybrid infrastructure. You'll play a key role in supporting the firm's cloud transformation strategy and driving continuous improvement across their IT landscape.

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable cloud and on-prem infrastructure solutions.
• Optimise system performance, availability, and cost efficiency.
• Lead and support cloud migration and transformation projects.
• Identify and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and compliance risks.
• Collaborate with global IT and vendor teams to test and integrate new technologies.
• Develop automation and infrastructure-as-code frameworks (Terraform, PowerShell).
• Support and train teams on cloud technologies and best practices.
• Maintain up-to-date business continuity and disaster recovery documentation.
• Act as an escalation point for operational issues and provide strategic technical guidance.

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in cloud and infrastructure engineering or architecture.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (including Azure Migrate).
• Proven background in on-prem to cloud transformation.
• Experience with VMware, Cisco UCS, Dell EMC.
• Knowledge of networking technologies (Cisco ACI, F5, Palo Alto, SD-WAN).
• Scripting/automation experience (Terraform, PowerShell).
• Solid understanding of cloud security and governance best practices.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Linux, and Windows Server/Active Directory.

• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Comfortable working to Agile methodologies and within complex global environments.

• Opportunity to work with a global, innovation-led organisation.
• Hybrid working model (2 days from home).
• Inclusive, collaborative culture with real scope for professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Location: City of London
• Job Reference: VS90XU-1CD67FC6
• Date posted: 21 October 2025
• Consultant: Charlie Douds