Cloud Architect

Employer: Hays

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £500 - £600

Job type: CONTRACTOR

Posted: 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Sector: IT & Technology

Job Description

Job Details - Based in South Wales - Hybrid Working - Paying up to £600 Per Day - Outside IR35 - 6-Month Contract To Start ASAP We're seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to support the design, adoption and evolution of a large-scale cloud environment. This role will focus on Azure architecture, cloud governance and modern deployment practices, helping shape cloud strategy and drive best practice across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: - Lead cloud architecture design and adoption initiatives using the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework. - Design and implement scalable, secure Azure cloud solutions. - Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. - Support CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment automation. - Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure cloud best practices are embedded. - Contribute to cloud governance, security and operational standards. Essential Skills: - Strong Azure Cloud Architecture experience. - Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework expertise. - Terraform and Infrastructure as Code experience. - DevOps and CI/CD deployment experience. - Cloud security and governance knowledge. - Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #LI-DNI #4818384 - Sean O'Neill

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