OCI Architecture Lead

DXC; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider is looking for an experienced Oracle Cloud Solution Architect to design innovative cloud solutions. This role involves leading a multi-skilled team and delivering high-quality documentation, while leveraging Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and PaaS technologies. Ideal candidates will have proven communication skills and be eager to engage with clients, contributing to pre-sales efforts as well. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Pension scheme

Private health/medical insurance

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Oracle Cloud consultant or architect.
• Hands-on knowledge of Oracle’s AI and machine learning ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver Oracle Cloud solutions across hybrid environments.
• Lead a multi-skilled architecture team across delivery and support.
• Produce high-quality design documentation.

Skills

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services

Integrations with Oracle SaaS applications

Oracle PaaS technologies

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Solution Architect – Join a Team Where Innovation Leads the Way

Location: Remote/home working with travel to client site and DXC offices.

Vetting: SC level

Due to security clearance requirements candidates must be eligible for or currently hold SC. Candidates must have resided in the UK for 5 years and over.

The Oracle Delivery Practice is growing at pace, fuelled by the rising demand for agile, intelligent, and future‑ready cloud solutions. As market leaders in rapid, creative, and cost‑efficient delivery, we operate as the organisation’s innovation engine — a true think tank where first‑of‑type concepts, proof‑of‑value experiments, and boundary‑pushing ideas come to life.

If you thrive in environments where imagination is encouraged, experimentation is celebrated, and no two days look the same, you’ll feel right at home with us. We’re expanding our team and looking for the most passionate, forward‑thinking talent in the UK digital market.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering cutting‑edge Oracle Cloud solutions across hybrid environments. Your work will span:

• Designing OCI‑based architectures across Compute, Networking, Storage, Security, Monitoring, and Governance
• Integrating and extending Oracle SaaS applications
• Leveraging PaaS technologies including OIC, DBCS, OAC, OCI DI, and IDCS
• Shaping IaaS‑based cloud‑hosted solutions
• Contributing to Pre‑Sales, helping craft compelling solutions and bids using the latest OCI and Oracle AI capabilities
• Leading a multi‑skilled architecture team across delivery, support, and Pre‑Sales
• Producing high‑quality design documentation
• Communicating with clarity and confidence from junior stakeholders to C‑suite audiences
• Creating and delivering engaging presentations
• Designing end‑to‑end hybrid solutions powered by OCI and Oracle AI services

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring strong experience as an Oracle Cloud consultant or architect, with deep expertise in:

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services and architecture
• Integrations with Oracle SaaS applications
• Oracle PaaS technologies

You’ll also have hands‑on knowledge of Oracle’s AI and machine learning ecosystem, including:

• Oracle AI Services (Language, Vision, Anomaly Detection, Forecasting)
• Oracle Machine Learning (OML) and AI‑driven integrations within OCI

Alongside your technical strengths, you'll demonstrate:

• Proven leadership across multi‑disciplinary teams
• The ability to translate customer needs into robust OCI‑based solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A talent for producing clear, high‑quality documentation
• A willingness to travel for client engagements and industry event

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience in other related technologies that could be transferred with support and additional training.
• Familiarity with emerging cloud-native and AI‑driven architectures.

What We Will Do for You

• Competitive compensation
• Pension scheme
• DXC Select – Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, childcare vouchers, gym membership and more)
• Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel and more)
• DXC incentives (recognition tools, employee lunches, regular social events etc)

About DXC

DXC Technology (DXC: NYSE) is the world’s leading independent, end‑to‑end IT services company, helping clients harness the power of innovation to thrive on change. Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology serves nearly 6,000 private and public sector clients across 70 countries. The company’s technology independence, global talent, and extensive partner network combine to deliver powerful next‑generation IT services and solutions. DXC Technology is recognized among the best corporate citizens globally. For more information, visit www.dxc.com

What’s Next?

If you’re ready to push boundaries, challenge convention, and build solutions that truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!