Cloud Architect - AWS

Description

Rayo, part of the UBDS group, is seeking an SC Cleared AWS Cloud Architect with deep expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to support architectural design and technical strategy across complex, secure cloud environments. This role involves ensuring robust, scalable, and secure solutions are delivered in line with the AWS Well‑Architected Framework and client objectives. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, an ability to engage stakeholders, and a mindset for continuous improvement and innovation.

• Design and review cloud architectures using AWS best practices, ensuring alignment with client goals and compliance frameworks.
• Support technical leadership across project life cycles, from inception to deployment.
• Support architecture governance, including assurance reviews and architectural decision records.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, including automation, AI integration, and cloud cost optimisation.
• Engage with stakeholders to shape cloud strategies and technical roadmaps.
• Lead architecture and discovery workshops with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of architectural standards and reusable patterns.
• Ensure designs meet security and compliance requirements, including ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 22301 and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to guide implementation and maintain architectural integrity.

• Experienced in designing and reviewing AWS solutions using the AWS Well‑Architected Framework.
• Knowledge of AWS services across compute, storage, networking, identity and security.
• Ability to operate in multi‑account AWS environments with security‑first design principles.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience presenting to technical and business audiences.
• Familiarity with governance and compliance within regulated environments.
• Demonstrated capability in architectural decision‑making and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Active SC Clearance.

• 3+ years of experience in cloud architecture roles, with an emphasis on AWS.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional.
• Experience working within public sector or national security contexts.
• Exposure to innovative technologies including machine learning and automation tooling.

Employees choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group because of its reputation as a dynamic and forward‑thinking organisation deeply committed to innovation and employee development. The Group offers ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance skills and marketability.

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical‑led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more.
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality.
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance.
• Holiday – 25 days holiday, plus 1 day for birthday and 1 day for work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays.
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice.
• Contributed Pension Scheme.
• Death in service cover.

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.