Cloud Architect

Position Description:

At CGI we deliver high-impact cloud solutions that enable organisations to transform scale and succeed in an evolving digital landscape. As a Cloud Project Technical Architect you will play a key role in shaping and implementing secure high-performing environments that drive measurable outcomes for our clients. Working within a culture that values ownership innovation and collaboration you will contribute to complex projects ensuring seamless delivery across cloud platforms while continuously improving service quality and operational excellence.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK Best Employer by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee.
We are committed to inclusivity building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector including our Armed Forces and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
Due to the secure nature of the programme you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

In this role you will design configure and implement cloud-based solutions that meet client requirements ensuring delivery is on time within scope and aligned to high-quality standards. You will take ownership of technical delivery across Azure environments working from detailed designs to build patch and configure systems while ensuring adherence to security and change control processes. You will also play a key role in enabling continuity by producing clear documentation and supporting effective handovers to operational teams.

You will collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders contributing ideas to improve delivery efficiency and technical standards while being supported in developing your expertise. Flexibility is key as you may work across CGI offices client sites and remotely including occasional out-of-hours activities to support critical changes.

Deliver & Configure: Implement cloud environments using Azure services and Infrastructure as Code
Install & Optimise: Perform OS installations patching and firmware updates aligned to best practices
Govern & Assure: Adhere to change control security and ISO standards
Document & Transition: Produce high-quality documentation and support BAU handovers
Collaborate & Support: Work with onshore and offshore teams to ensure seamless service delivery

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

To succeed you will bring strong technical expertise in cloud architecture and Windows Server environments combined with the ability to follow structured implementation plans and deliver high-quality outcomes. You will be a proactive communicator who can work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team.

Strong experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS PaaS SaaS)
Proficiency in Azure DevOps and Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
In-depth knowledge of Windows Server architecture

Proven ability to install patch and configure enterprise systems
Experience working within ISO9001 and ISO27001 standards
Ability to follow detailed technical designs and implementation plans
Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Skills:

• Communication
• Infrastructure
• Problem Solving
• Process Management

What you can expect from us:

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.