Solution Architect (Azure Technologies), UK Wide

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

With a team of approximately 45,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, to feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we're creating a more connected and sustainable world.

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programs, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the opportunity

To meet our growing UK business needs and future development aspirations, we currently have an opportunity within our Digital team for a Solutions Architect. You would join a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects and international opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong focus on Azure technologies - as a pivotal member of our team, you will contribute to a variety of high-impact projects for major clients across multiple sectors. Your work will enhance the value and positive impact of our solutions on communities and society. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, in-depth technical expertise and hands-on implementation skills to design and deploy robust cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our technological future, driving innovation, and ensuring the scalability and reliability of our solutions.

• Full time employment with us is based on 40 hours per week

• This role can be based on a Hybrid basis from any of our key UK hub offices (Manchester, Bristol, Glasgow, London, Leeds or Winnersh)

Some key duties and responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement end-to-end cloud solutions with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather and translate business requirements into effective technical solutions
• Engage in hands-on implementation of cloud infrastructure, ensuring the architecture is robust, secure, and optimised for performance
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project timelines and budget constraints
• Apply DevOps methodologies to streamline deployment processes and improve operational efficiency
• Establish and maintain effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers and external partners
• Monitor and ensure solutions meet organisational standards for security, performance and compliance

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field with subsequent professional experience as a Solution Architect with a strong focus on cloud solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear, concise manner
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines
• Strong expertise in Azure cloud services, including but not limited to Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure DevOps
• Proven experience with cloud infrastructure, networking and security best practices
• Solid understanding of DevOps tools and methodologies, such as CI / CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep or Terraform
• Proficiency in modern technology stacks including microservices architecture, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing
• Experience in developing comprehensive technical artefacts including solution diagrams, deployment guides and technical specifications
• Experience with geospatial technologies and solutions would be a significant bonus
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft 365 Certified or other related cloud certifications are highly desirable

Our culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Women and Vetnet. Find out more about our employee networks here.

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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Location: Glasgow, GB

Posted Date: 11/23/2024