Description:

We are seeking a Lead Cloud Architect to take charge of designing, implementing, and optimising scalable private cloud platforms.
This role requires a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in Linux, KVM, and automation tools, as well as a strong understanding of private cloud infrastructure.
As a leader, you will shape the future of our cloud platforms, mentor team members, and ensure that our infrastructure remains secure, scalable, and innovative.
While knowledge of OpenStack is desirable, it is not mandatory; we focus on candidates with transferable skills who bring a collaborative mindset.
This position offers the flexibility of working fully remotely anywhere in the UK.
Successful candidates must undergo relevant Security Clearance checks and must have 5 consecutive years of stay in the UK.

Requirements:

Extensive expertise in Linux/Unix system administration is essential.
Advanced experience with KVM, virtualisation technologies, and bare-metal provisioning tools (e.g., Canonical MAAS) is required.
Strong proficiency in automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent is necessary.
High-level scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Go are required.
A deep understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and infrastructure optimisation is essential.
Familiarity with OpenStack components is desirable but not required.
Experience with cloud storage solutions, such as Ceph, is a nice-to-have.
Exposure to DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines is beneficial.
Candidates requiring visa sponsorship who are already residing in the UK and nearing five years of residency are encouraged to apply.
Software development experience and experience with systems architecture and design are preferred.
Technical leadership experience is required, ideally in the private cloud sector.