Group Architect: Cloud & Domain Architecture Lead

The Open University; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Milton Keynes seeks experienced Group Architects to provide technical leadership and solve complex challenges. Responsibilities include defining the target architecture for the domain, collaborating with multiple teams, and mentoring others. Ideal candidates will have cloud solutions experience using Azure and AWS, alongside strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours. Apply now to make an impact in higher education.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Range of employee benefits

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Experience as a domain or solutions architect including cloud solutions.
• A track record in defining strategy, policies and standards.
• Experience in migrating on-premise solutions to Azure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and a logical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements into effective cloud solutions.
• Co-create and document the target architecture and policies.
• Act as an advocate for architecture governance.
• Support key metrics management and product roadmap.

Skills

Cloud solutions using Azure and AWS

Defining strategy, policies and standards

Experience with DevOps, CI, CD

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of UK Higher Education sector

Experience in matrix management

Education

Experience as a domain or solutions architect

Tools

Integration technologies

SaaS solutions (SAP, Salesforce)

Job description

A leading educational institution in Milton Keynes seeks experienced Group Architects to provide technical leadership and solve complex challenges. Responsibilities include defining the target architecture for the domain, collaborating with multiple teams, and mentoring others. Ideal candidates will have cloud solutions experience using Azure and AWS, alongside strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours. Apply now to make an impact in higher education.