Cloud Migration Architect - Newcastle

Cloud Migration Architect - Newcastle Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Accenture
Full Time Newcastle upon Tyne, England 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description

Cloud Migration Architect

Location: Newcastle

Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this , which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse abilities and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognised worldwide not just for business performance but for its diverse culture.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

As a team:

Join Accenture and help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance.

Accenture Technology powers our clients to achieve dedication. We combine business and industry insights with innovative technology to drive growth for our clients. We extend our technology and business capabilities through a powerful alliance ecosystem of market leaders and innovators to provide our clients the best specialised skills and tailored solutions.

You'll learn, and develop skills in an innovative culture that encourages shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways

In our team you will learn:

  • Expand your knowledge and skills by tackling the most difficult challenges our clients face across multiple Cloud platforms.

  • Gain experience in modernising legacy applications within modern Cloud environments.

  • Grow through carefully selected training programmes and certifications and supported by our coaching and mentoring programmes

As a Cloud Migration Architect, you will:

  • Be creating and implementing comprehensive cloud migration strategies, including working with clients to identify business requirements, determining the most suitable cloud architecture, and establishing a clear roadmap for migration. You will also assess the existing infrastructure and applications to produce estimates and identify potential risks, dependencies, and areas for optimisation during the migration process.

  • You will demonstrate your knowledge of cloud platforms to design and implement tailored solutions that meet specific client needs ensuring that the chosen architecture is scalable, secure, and cost-effective while adhering to industry standard processes and compliance requirements and developing and documenting vital design artefacts.

  • You will regularly collaborate with a wide range of internal and external partners smooth migration process. Facilitating effective communication among these parties, agreeing on expectations, and providing guidance.


The following skills and experience are essential:

  • A strong understanding of major cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP) is vital for this role, including their core and broader services, such as computing, storage, networking, container, and security components.

  • A deep understanding of both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure is required to build effective solutions adhering to standard methodologies and architecture principles.

  • Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools (e.g. Source Code Management, Git, Infrastructure as Code) help to ensure efficient deployment and management of cloud resources.

  • A thorough understanding of security standard processes, encryption, data privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements is vital to ensure a secure and compliant cloud environment.

  • Familiarity with networking concepts, including virtual networks, VPNs, load balancing, and DNS, is vital for designing effective cloud solutions.

Set yourself apart:

  • Experience using various migration methodologies, such as rehosting, re-platforming, and refactoring, and familiarity with migration tools like AWS Migration Hub, Azure Migrate, and Google Cloud Migrate,

  • The ability to analyse and optimise cloud resources for cost, performance, and reliability is essential for maintaining an efficient cloud environment.

  • Good project management skills, including prioritisation, time management, and risk management, help ensure a smooth and successful cloud migration process.

  • As the landscape evolves rapidly, staying up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and standard processes is essential.\

  • The ability to pragmatically evaluate trade-offs between various cloud architectures, understand the impact of these decisions and communicate these clearly to a broad audience.

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a market leading basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialised capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Closing Date for Applications: 31/08/2023

Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

RROOTS

Cloud Migration Architect - Newcastle
Accenture

www.accenture.com
London, United Kingdom
Julie Sweet
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Business Consulting
1989
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