Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect Rate: £395 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 6 months and extension Location: Fully remote We are looking for an experienced Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect to lead the transition from a traditional on-prem operating model to a modern, cloud-native architecture. This role will work closely with cloud migration and security specialists to ensure robust, scalable, and automated infrastructure is delivered to support national-level systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and oversee multi-cloud infrastructure (networking, identity, DNS, landing zones, etc.) with focus on reliability, performance, and security Lead infrastructure workstreams across internal teams and technical suppliers Promote automation, self-service, and adoption of open-source technologies Develop technical work packages for suppliers and internal delivery teams Support DevSecOps practices and ensure secure, maintainable, scalable solutions Champion cloud architecture principles, patterns, and governance across delivery teams Provide leadership on cost optimisation, FinOps, and operational excellence Build and maintain cloud infrastructure roadmaps and vision Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in cloud transformation and infrastructure leadership roles Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Strong knowledge of Azure and AWS cloud services Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation Understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native design patterns Broad knowledge of cloud security, compliance, governance, and identity management Experiencebuildingscalable infrastructure solutions using services such as: Terraform / Deployment Manager / CloudFormation / Bicep Cloud networking, DNS, identity and access management (IAM) GCP Landing Zones, cost optimisation strategies Background in developing and maintaining architectural standards and roadmaps Desirable: TOGAF certification and other relevant cloud certifications (Google Cloud Architect preferred, Azure, AWS) Public sector, healthcare or NHS-related project experience Familiarity with clinical safety and risk management in digital health Participation in on-call operational support rotas This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys shaping future-ready cloud platforms. If you're passionate about automation, infrastructure design, and cloud excellence - we want to hear from you Rates depend on experience and client requirements