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Infrastructure Architect

Nigel Wright Group
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE20 0FW

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for an Infrastructure Architect responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing core IT infrastructure for clients.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 7 years of infrastructure engineering experience, including 3 years in an architecture role.
  • The position requires strong experience with cloud platforms and knowledge of networking, virtualization, and security concepts.
  • The role offers a competitive salary and bonus package, along with flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.
  • Candidates are expected to have excellent communication skills and the ability to create detailed architectural documentation.
Job OverviewI am seeking a skilled and strategic Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and oversee my clients core IT infrastructure. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of our IT environment, including cloud and on-premise systems. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, architecture design skills, and a strong understanding of business needs.Key Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable and secure infrastructure architectures (cloud, hybrid, and on-premise).

  • Define infrastructure standards, patterns, and best practices.

  • Lead infrastructure design for new systems and services, including integration with existing platforms.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business units to translate business requirements into infrastructure solutions.

  • Develop documentation including architecture diagrams, roadmaps, and technical specifications.

  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve resilience, performance, and cost-efficiency.

  • Oversee implementation of disaster recovery, backup strategies, and high availability configurations.

  • Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements.

  • Guide and mentor infrastructure engineers and support teams.

  • Engage in incident and problem management as an escalation point.

RequirementsEssential:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 7+ years in infrastructure engineering with at least 3 years in an architecture or design role.

  • Strong experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • In-depth knowledge of networking, virtualization, storage, and security concepts.

  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).

  • Hands-on experience with monitoring tools, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Ability to create and present detailed architectural documentation and reports.

Desirable:

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Azure Architect).

  • Experience in regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare).

  • Knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks.

What they Offer

  • Competitive salary and bonus package

  • Flexible working arrangements (hybrid or remote options)

  • Professional development and certification opportunities

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

  • A collaborative and innovative work environment

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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