Data Centre Architect Gloucestershire Active MOD DV Clearance Required Salary Dependant on Experience We are looking for experienced Data Centre Architect with current MOD DV clearance to work in Gloucestershire. The role is office based and collaborating with our client. The successful candidate will be responsible for focusing on helping develop the hosting platforms to effectively serve our customers with data centres. Acting as a crucial link between our technology team and our customers, they will ensure the hosting platforms addresses the unique challenges and requirements of data centre environments. Their expertise will guide the platform's design, features, and functionalities related to data centre management, ensuring it delivers maximum value and meets industry standards. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with our product and engineering teams to define, design, and enhance platform features specifically tailored for data centre customers. Gather and analyse customer requirements, feedback, and pain points to inform the development of platform capabilities that meet their needs. Offer deep knowledge of data centre architecture to guide the development of functionalities such as resource management, monitoring, optimization, and security. Act as the liaison between the technology team and customers, ensuring clear understanding and translation of technical concepts and customer needs. Contribute to the architectural design of platform modules that address data centre operations, including power and cooling efficiency, space utilization, network port density and scalability. Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data centre technologies and ensure our platform incorporates innovative solutions and complies with industry standards. Assist in developing APIs and integration strategies that allow our platform to seamlessly connect with customers' existing data centre systems and tools. Collaborate with QA teams to validate platform features, ensuring they meet quality standards and perform effectively in real-world data centre environments. Assist in creating detailed technical documentation, user guides, and training materials related to data centre functionalities within the platform. TECHNICAL SKILLS Essential Deep understanding of data centre infrastructure components, including servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling systems. Experience with data centre management tools and technologies. Familiarity with AI and machine learning applications in data centre optimization. Proven experience collaborating with product development teams to build solutions aligned with customer needs. Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Proactive mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement. Excellent organizational and project management skills. Strong knowledge with proven examples of Industry standards such as Cisco Certified Network Associate Data Centre (CCNA Data Centre), Cisco Certified Network Professional Data Centre (CCNP Data Centre), VMware Certified Professional Data Centre Virtualization (VCP-DCV), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP). Willingness to travel as business requires; all business-related travel will be sponsored by the company. Desirable Knowledge of APIs, middleware, and integration methods for data centre systems. Previous experience in a customer-facing role, such as technical consulting or solution architecture. Familiarity with sustainable and green data centre practices. ADZN1_UKTJ