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Cloud Architect

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Job summary

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help. If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for a Cloud Architect to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

Main duties of the job

An brand new opportunity has arisen for a Cloud Architect to join the team. This is an exciting time to join us as we are growing the IT function at CHEC, and as this is a brand new role there is an opportunity to make a real impact. The Cloud Architect will lead and oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cloud infrastructure hosted on Microsoft Azure. We are looking for someone to collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the security, scalability, and efficiency of our cloud-based systems.

About us

Community Health and Eyecare are an independent service provider that specialise in Ophthalmology and Endoscopy services supporting the NHS. CHEC are an established group of hospitals and community clinics across the UK. Our bespoke state of the art surgical centres are a beacon of envy, providing end-to-end care for our patients through NHS partnerships. We have 5 core values that we uphold through our employee and patient lifecycle to ensure a pleasant experience for all. These are Caring, Passionate, Togetherness, Listening and Focus, something that all our colleagues are expected to naturally uphold here at CHEC.

Details

Date posted

30 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE960112

Job locations

1-6 Star Building,

Fulwood

Preston

PR2 9WT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Design and implement cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure that meet the organisation's technical and business requirements. Oversee the architecture, configuration, and management of the cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager templates. Ensure the security and compliance of cloud-based systems, implementing best practices for data protection and access control. Continuously monitor and optimise cloud infrastructure for cost-efficiency and performance. Implement automation processes for deployment, scaling, and maintenance of cloud resources. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and DevOps engineers, to integrate cloud solutions into the software development lifecycle. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and procedure

Job description

Job responsibilities

Design and implement cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure that meet the organisation's technical and business requirements. Oversee the architecture, configuration, and management of the cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager templates. Ensure the security and compliance of cloud-based systems, implementing best practices for data protection and access control. Continuously monitor and optimise cloud infrastructure for cost-efficiency and performance. Implement automation processes for deployment, scaling, and maintenance of cloud resources. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and DevOps engineers, to integrate cloud solutions into the software development lifecycle. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and procedure

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Experience working in a similar fast-paced environment
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions in large-scale environments.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing technologies and emerging trends
  • Relevant certifications for Azure essential
  • Ability to adapt to the business needs
  • Self-motived with willingness to learn
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Experience working in a similar fast-paced environment
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions in large-scale environments.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing technologies and emerging trends
  • Relevant certifications for Azure essential
  • Ability to adapt to the business needs
  • Self-motived with willingness to learn
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

1-6 Star Building,

Fulwood

Preston

PR2 9WT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

1-6 Star Building,

Fulwood

Preston

PR2 9WT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Resourcing

Jasmine Rogers

jasmine.r@chec.uk

07935708195

Details

Date posted

30 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE960112

Job locations

1-6 Star Building,

Fulwood

Preston

PR2 9WT


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