Position Overview & Specifications
About Nordcloud
Nordcloud, an IBM company, is a European leader in cloud advisory, implementation, application development, managed services, and training. It's a recognized cloud-native pioneer with a proven track record of helping organizations leverage the public cloud in a way that balances quick wins, immediate savings, and sustainable value. Nordcloud is triple-certified across Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and Amazon Web Services – and is a Visionary in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Public Cloud IT Transformation Services. Nordcloud has 10 European hubs, over 1500 employees, and counting, and has delivered over 1,000 successful cloud projects.
As part of our continued growth, we are now looking for a Principal Cloud Architect - FSI.
The role will involve leading technical work within the FSI space working with some of the worlds largest banks, insurance companies etc. We're looking for someone who can articulate the problems FSI clients can face when implementing cloud and come up with solutions to solve such issues. You will work very closely with our Account CTO for FSI and be a bridge from the customer into the engineering/architect team here at Nordcloud.
Skills and experience we are looking for:
- Hands-on experience with Cloud Architecture Design and/or Cloud Architectural Patterns for Development within the FSI space
- Advanced knowledge of at least one of the following platforms: AWS or Azure
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Strong experience working within the FSI industry and the challenges the industry can face around regulations and compliance
- Solid engineering/technical background/hands-on experience with conceptualising, strategising, and architecting cloud solutions
- Previous experience in the design and delivery of systems based on IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings, as well as exposure to different architecture models
- Active customer consultant and clear communication skills
What do we offer in return?
- Hybrid work (4 days remote, 1 day in your local UK office, or more if you like)
- Generous individual training budget and exam fees for partner certifications (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and additional certification bonus covered by Nordcloud
- Flexible working hours and freedom to choose your tools (laptop, accessories) and ways of working
- Benefits such as a pension scheme with matching contributions, extensive private health care, Bupa dental plan, and a seasonal ticket loan
- Enhanced maternity and parental leave
- Gym expense or well-being monthly allowance
- Mobile phone allowance
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