AWS Solution Architect

CIGroupEMEA is seeking an experienced and highly capable AWS Solution Architect to design, implement and govern secure, scalable and resilient cloud architectures supporting global digital platforms, data operations and emerging AI-driven initiatives. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in AWS infrastructure, enterprise networking, hybrid data centre integration, containerisation, CI/CD automation, AI services, analytics and observability. This role requires both strategic architectural leadership and strong hands-on delivery capability to support our client’s evolving cloud ecosystem. Key Responsibilities • Design, implement and govern secure, scalable and highly available AWS architectures aligned with the AWS Well-Architected Framework and client's technology standards. • Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership to development teams on solution design, AWS service selection and software architecture best practice to ensure scalable, secure and high-performing applications. • Operate in a hands-on capacity when required, contributing directly to cloud implementation, infrastructure automation and application architecture across AWS and modern development stacks • Utilise AWS CLI for automation, scripting, operational management and troubleshooting. • Design and implement containerised workloads using Amazon ECS and Docker, including container lifecycle management, image optimisation and security hardening. • Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and related DevOps tooling, and integrate infrastructure automation using Terraform. • Establish DevSecOps practices including automated testing, vulnerability scanning and deployment governance. • Architect and deploy AI-driven solutions leveraging AWS Bedrock, AgentCore and AI Agents, and securely integrate LLM-based services into enterprise platforms. • Design cloud-native data analytics and reporting solutions using Amazon QuickSuite. • Implement enterprise monitoring and observability frameworks using Amazon CloudWatch, Prometheus and Grafana, including SLIs, SLOs, dashboards and alerting mechanisms. • Drive cloud cost optimisation and financial governance initiatives. Required Qualifications Experience • At least 7 years’ experience in cloud architecture and infrastructure. • At least 5 years’ hands-on AWS experience within enterprise environments. • Strong experience integrating AWS with traditional data centre environments. • Certifications (Desirable) • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional • AWS DevOps Engineer Professional Technical Skills • AWS Services: EC2, S3, IAM, RDS, Lambda, ECS • Networking: VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN • Containers: Docker, Amazon ECS • DevOps and Automation: Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform), AWS CLI • Programming: Hands-on experience with .NET, Java and Python • AI Services: AWS Bedrock, AgentCore • Monitoring and Observability: CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana • Data and Analytics: QuickSuite or QuickSight • Security: IAM, encryption and cloud security best practice Key Performance Indicators • Cloud platform availability of at least 99.9 percent • Measurable infrastructure cost optimisation • Successful delivery of migration and modernisation programmes • High CI/CD automation coverage and deployment efficiency • Container standardisation and scalability • AI platform maturity and adoption • Reduction in mean time to resolution through enhanced observability Our team is composed of experts in their fields who are passionate about delivering high-quality work and maintaining a positive work culture. We value innovation, teamwork, and personal growth. As an experienced AWS Solution Architect, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our projects and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are ready to embrace exciting challenges and foster a culture of excellence, we encourage you to apply. What do we offer: • Work remotely from anywhere in the world, with a fully remote team, and enjoy a mutually agreed schedule that fits your needs. (Core UK working hours) • Work primarily with UK-based colleagues, providing you with the opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and skill sets. • Use your skills and expertise to make a significant impact on the delivery of projects in our company • Work in a supportive environment that values your contribution and provides you with the resources and training you need to grow in your career. • Enjoy a 20-hour workweek that provides you with a healthy work-life balance, and the time to pursue your personal and professional goals outside of work.