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AWS Solution Architect

££70,000 - £90,000 GBP

Onsite WORKING

Location: Central London, Greater London – United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Role: AWS Solution Architect

Work Type & Location: Hybrid – London OR Manchester OR Leeds (3 days on-site)

Role Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 (DOE) + Bonus

*Must be eligible for Security Clearance*

 

Anson McCade is working with a high-profile, global client at the forefront of digital transformation. Our client brings together digital, cyber, and intelligence expertise to help governments, armed forces, and major enterprises gain a digital edge in the most complex and high-stakes environments.

 

We’re looking for a skilled AWS Solution Architect to join our client’s growing cloud architecture team. This is a crucial role where you’ll lead the design and enablement of AWS cloud solutions that drive major platform migrations and support the future direction of national-scale infrastructure.

 

As an AWS Solution Architect, you will:

  • Lead technical design and architecture of AWS solutions across large, multi-account cloud estates.
  • Define, develop, and publish reusable migration patterns and architectural artefacts using Infrastructure-as-Code.
  • Partner with development teams to drive standardisation, automation, and cloud-native adoption.
  • Conduct architecture reviews and continuously improve platform architecture based on AWS advancements.
  • Support engineering teams with issue resolution, troubleshooting, and migration optimisation.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on AWS security, networking, and service adoption.
  • Be eligible for UK Security Clearance

 

A successful AWS Solution Architect will have:

  • Proven experience leading AWS cloud migrations and shaping cloud architecture strategies.
  • Deep expertise in AWS reference architectures, patterns, and platform design.
  • Strong DevOps knowledge and experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a confident ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • A strong grasp of AWS security models, policies, and network configurations.
  • Experience working in agile delivery environments.

 

It would be a bonus if you also have:

  • AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional or AWS speciality certs).
  • Scaled Agile qualifications (SAFe, Scrum@Scale, or similar).
  • Experience mentoring engineers or leading architectural practice communities.
  • A background working within national security, government, or regulated enterprise environments.

 

What’s in it for you:

  • Competitive base salary and £5,000 referral bonus
  • Flexible hybrid working environment
  • 25 days annual leave + options to buy, sell, or carry over
  • Private medical and dental insurance
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Access to internal communities for wellbeing, diversity, and innovation
  • Ongoing learning, development, and career progression

 

Why Join Us?

At Anson McCade, we partner with some of the most innovative and mission-critical organisations in the world. Our client is deeply committed to digital innovation and national impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that values deep technical expertise, knowledge sharing, and real-world results.

 

This is more than just a cloud role — you’ll be shaping the future of national-scale platforms that matter.

 

Help us secure a connected world. Apply now and be part of something bigger.

Reference: ODI/AWSSA

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