Skills

Communication Bash PowerShell CI/CD DevOps Kubernetes Networking Architecture Solution Architecture Cloud Architecture Azure AWS GCP Terraform Microsoft Azure

Job Specifications

Lead Azure Architect

(Contract – Fully Remote, UK Only)

Daily Rate: Competitive

We are seeking a Lead Azure Architect to drive cloud solution design, governance, and strategic direction across Azure-based hosting environments. This role involves overseeing end-to-end architecture, engaging with senior stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with enterprise cloud strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Azure Architecture function across private & public cloud
Define and govern cloud solution architecture and hosting strategy
Support enterprise-wide cloud transformation and Cloud Centre of Excellence initiatives
Produce high and low-level designs, solution documentation, and impact assessments
Advise C-level stakeholders and act as Azure subject matter expert
Ensure security, compliance, and architectural best practice across all Azure deployments

Essential Skills & Experience:

5+ years in enterprise cloud architecture (Azure-focused)
Strong expertise across Azure IaaS, PaaS, networking, and security
Proven experience leading cloud migration and transformation programmes
Microsoft Azure Certifications: AZ-104 & AZ-305
Hands-on scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Azure CLI)
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable:

Experience with AWS, GCP or hybrid environments
Additional certifications (AZ-400, AZ-500, AWS Architect)
Experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, DevOps, CI/CD
Eligibility for SC Clearance

If you are passionate about delivering enterprise-grade Azure solutions and enjoy working in a fast-moving, client-facing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Company

Established in 2000, VANRATH is the leading specialist recruitment agency for the IT, Accountancy & Finance, Sales and Marketing, HR, Legal, Business Support, and Construction and Engineering Sectors in Northern Ireland. VANRATH recruits across a full range of disciplines within our specialist sectors, for both permanent and temporary positions. Our recruitment experts are more consultative, more strategic and more connected than any other recruitment agency in Northern Ireland. Candidates: At VANRATH we recognise that mak... Know more