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About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice; we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Cloud Architect - AWS Kubernetes (EKS), you will make an impact by designing secure, resilient and scalable container platforms for a UK government law enforcement cloud programme. You will be a valued member of a dedicated EKS architecture team, working collaboratively with the client Head of Architecture, engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders. In this role, you will: Architect highly available, scalable and secure container solutions on AWS using Amazon EKS, ECS and Fargate, aligned with client architecture and security standards. Lead the configuration, deployment and ongoing evolution of Kubernetes and container environments, with a strong focus on operational security, resilience, multi-tenancy and high availability. Build reusable infrastructure using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, embedding security, compliance and repeatable deployment practices into the platform. Design secure CI/CD approaches for containerized workloads, including traceability, rollback and controlled artefact management using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab and AWS CodePipeline. Establish effective monitoring, logging and incident-management capabilities using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack, while advising stakeholders on AWS container best practices. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at client or Cognizant locations in London and Croydon as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programmes. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations. What you must have to be considered Five or more years of experience in AWS cloud architecture, including substantial hands-on delivery with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and networking, including EC2, VPC, IAM and Route 53, with experience designing secure VPCs, subnetting models and least-privilege access controls. Practical experience with Amazon ECS and Fargate, including container networking, load balancing and microservices-based architectures. Strong infrastructure-as-code and automation capability using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation or comparable tools, together with experience building CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications. Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, plus the ability to work effectively in a regulated UK public-sector environment. These will help you succeed Knowledge of UK public-sector cloud security and compliance expectations, including the NCSC Cloud Security Principles, GDPR and ISO 27001. Experience implementing secure secrets management, Kubernetes security policies, network policies and controls for multi-tenant platforms. Knowledge of observability and centralized logging using CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana and ELK in high-security environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to create resilient solutions and manage technical ambiguity with accountability. Clear communication and collaborative stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex architecture decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We are a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry knowledge with technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. We are looking for our next colleague to help shape the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As an AWS Technical Architect, you will make an impact by owning the end-to-end architecture for the NCDS AWS platform and setting the technical direction for secure, scalable and well-governed cloud solutions. You will be a valued member of the NCDS team, working collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, delivery teams, senior client stakeholders and enterprise architecture colleagues. In this role, you will Own the end-to-end AWS solution architecture for the NCDS platform, defining target-state architecture, reference patterns and adoption standards. Set direction for platform-scale infrastructure across services including VPC, IAM, S3, Glue, Kinesis, EC2, Lambda and RDS, and establish infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Architect ingestion, processing and integration pipelines that connect NCDS with adjacent AWS services and modern data platforms, while resolving complex cross-team architectural risks and dependencies. Define and embed governance, security, data protection and architecture assurance controls; chair Technical Design Authority reviews and lead designs through formal stakeholder approval. Act as the senior technical authority for AWS architecture decisions, communicate complex strategy clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor architects and engineers. Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in London, with a combination of remote working and attendance at a Cognizant or client location as required. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programmes. What you must have to be considered At least eight years of experience in solution or technical architecture roles, including significant experience architecting AWS platforms. Deep, demonstrable expertise across core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda and RDS. Proven experience defining infrastructure-as-code standards using Terraform or CloudFormation at programme scale, together with strong knowledge of cloud governance, security and data protection controls. A strong track record of integrating AWS architectures with modern data platforms such as Databricks Lakehouse or Delta Lake, and resolving complex cross-team architecture issues. Experience chairing or presenting at a Technical Design Authority or equivalent architecture governance forum, securing approval for complex designs and engaging senior client stakeholders. The communication and leadership capability to guide and mentor other architects and engineers. These will help you succeed AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional. Databricks Data Engineer Professional or Architect-level certification. Experience working in regulated or public-sector environments, particularly national data or research programmes. Experience defining enterprise or reference architecture, supported by a framework such as TOGAF. A forward-looking, proactive approach to identifying architectural risks and communicating clear recommendations. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply if you meet the essential requirements. Your transferable experience and unique skills may bring valuable perspectives to this role. What we offer The opportunity to lead architecture for a high-profile, national-scale data programme. The ability to shape enterprise AWS architecture strategy and influence a growing architecture practice. A collaborative and inclusive team environment, with opportunities to mentor colleagues. Competitive Cognizant benefits, including pension, private healthcare and wellbeing support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements. Security clearance: Active SC and NPPV3 clearance, or the willingness and ability to obtain both, is essential.

The role & impact As an Engineering Manager, you will drive the delivery of high-quality software by leading a high-performing inclusive team. You will act as the technical anchor, balancing predictable roadmap delivery with a relentless focus on team growth, technical excellence, and system health. Your work requires a delicate balance between short-term product delivery velocity and long-term operational excellence. You will guide your team to hone their craft, champion AI-native workflows, and resolve complex technical challenges to deliver impactful outcomes that align with business and customer goals. The team & how they connect You will lead a results-driven team that operates with clear goals and ownership, fostering a high-trust environment where 'blameless' problem-solving is the norm. The team works closely with Product and Design partners to shape solutions that truly matter to our customers. The team is currently working on Modernising architectures and improving CI/CD maturity to reduce operational risk. Embedding AI-native engineering workflows across the SDLC to boost velocity and reduce toil. Refining system design and architecture for high-scale, high-availability distributed systems. Driving visibility into system health and technical debt to enable proactive improvements. Where and how you can work Xero is a Great Place to Work UK accredited company. We offer remote, hybrid or office based roles (hybrid and in-office in London, Milton Keynes or Manchester). Our offices offer boost days for connection and collaboration. Here are some of the things we are looking for Extensive professional software engineering experience, with a proven track record of technical maturity and delivering complex systems. Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and performance-managing engineers, including building and improving team capability over time. Proven track record of translating business goals into executable engineering plans, balancing short-term delivery with long-term sustainability. Hands-on experience writing, reviewing, and debugging production code, with the technical credibility to guide engineering decisions. Experience building and supporting high-scale, high-availability distributed systems, including leading or overseeing incident response. Experience leading teams in the adoption of AI-native engineering workflows to improve developer productivity and quality. Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team. Join a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company where your voice matters.