Average Cloud Architect salary in the UK

Cloud Database Architect Up to £60,000 Birmingham - Fully Remote My client is an industry leader in content protection. For almost 20 years, they have consistently pioneered cutting-edge solutions, earning accolades and industry recognition. Their esteemed partnerships include collaborations with some of the globe's most prominent broadcasters, as they steadfastly secure content against piracy. About the role… My client is keen for a Cloud Database Architect & Administrator to join their supportive and forward-thinking team and embark on an exhilarating journey crafting a cutting-edge SaaS platform from inception! You'll be at the forefront of revolutionising data management systems by leveraging top-tier technologies within the AWS ecosystem. As the Cloud Database Architect & Administrator, you'll be pivotal in designing, executing, and overseeing AWS-hosted SQL and noSQL databases to ensure seamless service delivery, consistency, and security. With a keen eye for problem-solving and exceptional communication skills, you'll forge strong partnerships across the organisation. This role is available on a remote working basis. Responsibilities will include: Spearheading database and schema design, implementation, and testing, with a focus on optimising performance and recommending cloud-hosted database technologies.Deploying, maintaining, and supporting SQL and NoSQL database instances across various environments.Collaborating closely with Software Engineering Teams to enhance database performance through tasks like indexing and query optimisation.Upholding database availability, performance, and security through proactive incident management, monitoring, and auditing.Crafting robust data backup, recovery, and archiving strategies to safeguard critical information.Establishing and enforcing database standards, policies, and security protocols.Liaising with third-party database managed service providers for seamless upgrades, migrations, and maintenance in a 24x7 production environment. Experience and skills required: A degree in computing or a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent professional experience.Extensive expertise in MySQL database administration, along with proficiency in AWS database services such as RDS and Aurora.Proficiency in NoSQL cloud-based solutions like DynamoDB and MongoDB.Sound knowledge of replication and high-availability techniques.Hands-on experience in database management focusing on performance, integrity, and security.Proficiency in query optimisation and database lifecycle management.Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like HashiCorp Terraform and strong scripting skills (e.g., Python).Experience with monitoring tools like AWS Performance Insights, AWS CloudWatch, or DataDog. Key technologies and tools for this role include: MySQL 8.x / 5.xAmazon RDS (Aurora, MySQL, PostgreSQL)NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB)Linux (Ubuntu, Amazon Linux)HashiCorp Terraform What my client will offer you: 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays. (We’ll be trialling unmetered leave in 2024)Hybrid working (We split our time between our offices and remote working)Tech set-up (MacBook) to ensure you are fully equipped to be successfulAgile and flexible working to support and encourage work/life balanceSupported Pension SchemeAfter 3 month’s employment, life assurance at four times salaryPrivate Medical Insurance benefits If this role is of interest to you then please get in contact with Natalie at i2i Recruitment today for immediate consideration! We like to speak to every application, but due to the current climate this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume that you have been unsuccessful in this instance.

Title: Cloud ArchitectSalary: £50k-£80kLocation: Chesterfield (remote) Key Objective: Manage and expand the companies Cloud services within our existing and target customer base. Collaborate with our Sales team to convert identified opportunities into impactful, outcome-driven solutions that benefit our customers. Employ a consultative approach to understand and evaluate customer needs, and work with our broader team and partner community to deliver repeatable business solutions, thereby enhancing the profitability of our Cloud business. Key Responsibilities: Opportunity Conversion: Collaborate with Sales Teams, Pre-Sales, and External Partners to convert Cloud-driven opportunities into sales.Trusted Partnership: Establish the company as a competent and trusted provider of Cloud Solutions, driving growth in our monthly billed consumption services.Promotion and Delivery: Promote the company as a provider of tailored Cloud Solutions. Develop and ensure successful delivery of projects by the engineering team.Service Design and Implementation: Design and implement new managed services aligned with customer needs in collaboration with the service delivery manager.Opportunity Management: Oversee opportunities from inception through to support provision, ensuring accurate and achievable expectations with all parties.Customer Engagement: Attend customer meetings to progress and close business, presenting technical and commercial benefits tailored to the audience.Documentation: Prepare and manage Solution and Statement of Work (SoW) documentation, ensuring accuracy and quality.Education and Promotion: Educate and promote the benefits of Cloud Solutions within the Sales community.Vendor and Partner Alignment: Ensure alignment with company Vendors and Partners for consistent solution delivery.Team Development: Maintain and expand personal skills and knowledge. Collaborate with the Pre-Sales Team to enhance overall team confidence and capability.Pipeline Management: Manage and grow the Cloud opportunity pipeline, reporting on conversion rates, profitability, and performance to management. Individual Development: Process Improvement: Develop and implement improved processes and automation for increased role effectiveness and scalability.Skill Enhancement: Expand core Cloud offerings and customer base share through enhanced skills and accreditations.Strategic Partner Network: Maximize the value of our Strategic Partner Network and promote Cloud offerings within the Sales community. Key Results: Improved Conversion Rates: Enhance penetration and conversion rates for Cloud opportunities.Increased Profitability: Boost profitability and sustainable business from Cloud solutions.Cloud-First Approach: Promote a 'Cloud First' strategy with new and existing customers.Customer Retention: Increase customer retention through additional Cloud services and solutions.Sales Capability: Enhance the Sales community's ability to pitch and sell Cloud solutions.Customer Success: Contribute to customer success and profitability.Market Recognition: Position the compaany as a leading provider of Cloud solutions and services. Outcome Goals: Increased Share of Wallet per CustomerHigher Average Profit per CustomerExpanded Scope for Additional Cloud Business per CustomerImproved Conversion Rates Performance Metrics (Evaluated Every 6 Months): Conversion and Growth in Cloud Services (70%)Cloud Solution Penetration within Account Management and Customer Base (20%)Self-Development (10%) (weighted at 80% during the first three months for onboarding and enablement) Join us and play a pivotal role in transforming how our customers leverage Cloud solutions to achieve their business goals. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team by submitting your CV. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Cloud Architect (Azure Native SaaS) Reigate / WFH to £130k Do you have experience of architecting and designing Cloud Native SaaS solutions in Azure? You could be progressing your career in a senior, impactful role at a global FinTech. As a Cloud Architect you'll work on a flagship SaaS insurance platform, collaborating with the Lead Architect and software engineering teams to deliver CloudNative solutions that comply with architecture standards and guidelines. Responsibilities will include analysing and presenting suitable, high performance solutions; converting and documenting high level system design to low level solution design and conducting Proof of Concepts using the latest technologies. You'll liaise with senior business stakeholders and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Location / WFH: There's a flexible work from home hybrid model, you'll join colleagues in the Reigate office twice a week for team meet-ups and stakeholder meetings with the other three days' work from home. About you: You have experience of architecting and designing Cloud-Native solutions in Azure with Security best practiceYou have a good understanding of IaC (Pulumi, Terraform) and Containerisation (Kubernetes, Docker)You have experience with API first design and REST APIsYou have experience of developing high-performance, scalable and extensible infrastructure solutionsYou have a background in software engineering, C# .Net preferredYou're collaborative and have excellent written and verbal communication skills What's in it for you: As a Cloud Architect (Azure Native SaaS) you will earn a competitive salary plus benefits package including: Salary to £130kBonus (c30%)25 days holiday (and ability to buy more)Generous PensionHealth Care and Life AssuranceEnhanced maternity / paternity packages Apply now to find out about this Cloud Architect (Azure Native SaaS) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.