UST · 21 hours ago
AWS Solutions Architect _ Leeds based (Software Solution Architect I)
UST is seeking a hands-on, senior AWS Solutions Architect to work closely with their Architecture and Engineering teams, helping shape the next evolution of their cloud platforms. The role involves assessing the current AWS landscape, defining a target-state platform, and guiding the organization toward a mature poly-cloud model.
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Responsibilities
As-Is AWS Documentation: Capture and document the current AWS environment in clear, reusable architectural artefacts
To-Be AWS Platform Design: Design the target-state AWS platform aligned with EA strategy, including resilience, security, scalability, and operational considerations
Technology & Architectural Patterns: Identify emerging technology trends and define future cloud patterns to guide engineering teams
Workload Placement Decision Framework: Develop a structured decision tree for workload placement across AWS and Azure, mapping to the architectural patterns you create
Knowledge Transfer & Mentoring: Build internal capability by coaching, sharing best practices, and ensuring that teams can confidently support the target-state architecture
Qualification
Required
Extensive AWS architecture design experience in complex, enterprise-grade environments
Deep understanding of secure-by-default cloud platform design (IAM, networking, logging, guardrails, compliance)
Demonstrated use of AWS Well‑Architected Framework in real-world deployments
Strong documentation, communication, and knowledge‑sharing skills
Ability to work autonomously in Agile and DevOps‑centric delivery models
Architecture experience integrating heavily with SaaS platforms, ideally one or more of: Salesforce, Snowflake, Mulesoft
Preferred
Experience in regulated or highly governed environments (e.g., financial services)
Experience designing brownfield cloud environments following a merger, acquisition, or major system consolidation
Relevant architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF, BCS, SA)
Relevant AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Professional, Security Specialty, etc.)
Understanding of multi-cloud / poly‑cloud architectures, particularly with Azure
Company
UST
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