Cloud Technical Lead

Cloud Lead –  (Kubernetes, AWS/GCP)

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Lead with deep expertise as a Kubernetes SME, and hands-on experience with AWS and/or GCP. This role will play a critical part in leading the next phase of our global cloud transformation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the technical lead and SME for cloud networking, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms

  • Lead cloud architecture and transformation initiatives across a global business

  • Design, validate, and govern cloud-native and hybrid architectures

  • Provide hands-on technical leadership while vetting solutions and designs

  • Lead and influence senior technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Drive best practices in security, scalability, resilience, and cost optimisation

  • Support and mentor engineering teams, setting technical direction and standards

  • Collaborate with product, operations, and leadership to align cloud strategy with business goals

Key Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience as a Cloud Lead / Principal / Architect

  • Strong expertise in Kubernetes (design, operations, scaling)

  • Deep understanding of ASN and cloud networking

  • Hands-on experience with AWS and/or GCP

  • Experience delivering large-scale cloud transformation programmes

  • Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills

  • Ability to bridge technical depth and business strategy

  • Experience working in hybrid cloud environments

Working Model
  • Hybrid working: Weekly on-site presence

  • Location: West Midlands

Job Details

Company
Uniting Ambition
Location
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£80,000 - £95,000 per annum
Posted