Cloud Technical Architect
Location: Aberdeen, Birmingham & Other locations
Capability: Technology & Engineering
Job details
Location: Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Gibraltar, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Norwich, Nottingham, Plymouth, Reading, South Coast - Southampton, Watford
Capability: Technology & Engineering
Experience Level: Manager
Type: Full Time
Service Line: EWT (excl. PE & Ops)
Contract type: Permanent
Job description
Job Title: Cloud Technical Architect
We are seeking an experienced Cloud Technical Architect with a strong background in Microsoft Azure to join the Enterprise Strategy and Architecture team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing cloud-based solutions to meet the needs of a highly regulated organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement cloud-based solutions primarily based on Microsoft Azure technology.
- Be able to create detailed Low Level Design (LLD) documents in Microsoft Visio, to give engineers sufficient detail to execute against.
- Able to interpret conceptual/solutions designs which may be in Visio or Aris, and translate them into LLD based on pattern based translations.
- Work with stakeholders and other architects to understand the business needs and provide technical guidance and recommendations.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Stay up to date with the latest developments in cloud computing and related technologies.
- Manage other Technical Architects from 3rd party providers and offshore resource pools. Ensure the maintenance of a demand pipeline.
- Able to apply a critical eye in the review of designs, to ensure alignment with strategic patterns.
- Experience working in a formalised governance model (such as an Architectural Review Board, or Design Authority construct).
- Support the Cloud Strategic initiatives as required. With dotted lines into Cloud EA and Cloud Engineering.
The Person
Skills and Qualifications:
- Able to evidence significant on the job experience in Cloud Computing, with a focus on Microsoft Azure
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture and design principles.
- Experience with Azure services such as Virtual Machines, App Services, Storage, and Networking.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficiency in using Azure development and deployment tools, Azure DevOps, Azure Resource Manager, or Terraform.
- Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues.
- Experience in designing and implementing disaster recovery and business continuity strategies on Azure cloud.
- Knowledge of Azure security and compliance measures.
Why Technology & Engineering at KPMG?
Technology is at the heart of what we do and part of the very DNA of our business. That’s why we’ve invested in a single powerful team of connected technologists. 1,500 specialists, creating a step change in the way we work. Broader, deeper expertise, which is delivered to our clients faster than ever. Our connected solutions stretch across a range of specialisms too. From technology transformation, cyber and risk management through to security operations, data and analytics, automation, powered apps and Cloud. This is an opportunity to join a team that combines the entrepreneurial spirit and imagination of a start-up with the resources only a global network can provide. We’re committed to simplified structures and are investing in workplace tools that enable us to collaborate and innovate whether you’re working at home, in our office or at client sites.
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