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 -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- 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 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, , 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 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 -scale platforms that matter.

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