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Waters Corporation

Cloud Architect

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Wilmslow, United kingdom

Full Time

30-10-2025

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Skills

Architecture Software Architecture Database Architecture Application Architecture AWS .NET .NET Core Microservices

Job Specifications

Overview

Interested in making a real-world impact while working with the latest technologies in cloud computing? Interested in helping make sure medications are safe for use? As a Cloud Architect at Waters Corporation , you will have the opportunity to drive the software architecture for the next generation of chromatography data systems.

You’ll architect scalable, multi-tenant SaaS solutions, incorporating systems design and security, all while having first-hand access to real customers as they share feedback on their needs for the type of system used in 90% of all pharmaceutical production. You’ll play a critical part in creating the tools to ensure safety in vaccines, medicines, food, and water.

Responsibilities

Create and document architectural designs following input from stakeholders
Act as architectural design authority and enforce adherence to high level design and implementation best practices
Establish best practices for AWS architectures, security, and DevSecOps
Codify use of hexagonal architecture in development practice
Socialize the architecture, train team members, and update stakeholders on key architecture changes
Act as a consultant to teams involved in implementing architectural designs
Produce proofs of concept in high-risk areas to de-risk architecture 
Resolve challenges in complex technical issues
Seek out and provide guidance on improving engineering practices and technologies
Mentor others on architectural concepts and infrastructure

Qualifications

What will make you a successful Cloud Architect at Waters:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Solid experience in application architecture, database architecture, and security
Proven experience designing and delivering cloud platform solutions, AWS Well-Architected Framework
Domain-Driven Design of microservices, polyglot storage, Data Meshes
API design
Proficiency in designing Multi-tenant SaaS applications with high-volume transactions,
Strong understanding of computer science algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and testing methodologies
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across internal and external organizations
Extensive experience with .NET and .NET Core

Preferred Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification
Familiar with TOGAF 9 or ISO 42010:2011

We're actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. We aim to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the communities they serve.

We can make reasonable adjustments to our interview process according to your needs.

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in analytical instruments, separations technologies, and software, serving the life, materials, food, and environmental sciences for over 65 years. Our Company helps ensure the efficacy of medicines, the safety of food and the purity of water, and the quality and sustainability of products used every day. In over 100 countries, our 7,600+ passionate employees collaborate with customers in laboratories, manufacturing sites, and hospitals to accelerate the benefits of pioneering science .

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

About the Company

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), a global leader in analytical instruments and software, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry, and thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, food, and environmental sciences for more than 60 years. With more than 7,800 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in 35 countries, including 14 manufacturing facilities, and with products available in more than 100 countries. Learn more at www.waters.com. Know more