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Senior Solutions Architect


Company : Virtasant


Location : nottingham, midlands


Created : 2025-04-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Solutions Architect - EMEAAbout VirtasantVirtasant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries. We specialize in cloud architecture, migration, and optimization, helping enterprises scale efficiently while maintaining cost control.Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies to fast-growing startups, relying on us to build high-performance software, migrate applications, and optimize cloud infrastructure at scale.The Role: Senior Solutions ArchitectThis is a high-impact, client-facing role that requires a combination of deep technical expertise, strategic consulting skills, and strong problem-solving ability. The Senior Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and optimizing cloud solutions, leading transformations, and owning technical delivery for our clients.This role is ideal for a proactive, self-directed leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment, can navigate ambiguity, and is comfortable challenging stakeholders to drive the right outcomes.You will be responsible for:Architecting cloud solutions that balance performance, security, and cost-efficiencyEngaging with clients & C-level executives to translate business needs into technical roadmapsDriving transformation initiatives from cloud migrations to long-term cloud optimization strategiesOwning cloud infrastructure & operations defining best practices, governance, and automationSolving complex problems that others may not even recognize, ensuring scalable 'sustainable solutionsLeading technical teams while collaborating with business stakeholders to drive measurable impactWhat Were Looking For:Proactive & Self-Directed Takes full ownership of problems and drives solutions independentlyStrong Problem-Solving Ability Can articulate unique technical challenges theyve solved that no one else identifiedComfortable with Uncertainty Thrives in an environment where priorities shift and the day is never fully plannedHands-On Approach Willing to roll up their sleeves, diagnose issues, and actively implement solutionsAssertive When Needed Capable of pushing back on stakeholders, advocating for best practices, and driving technical decisionsClient-Facing & Consultative Comfortable engaging with C-level executives and technical teams, ensuring alignment between business and technologyAzure Cloud & FinOps Expertise At least 5 years of Azure experience and a proven track record in cloud cost optimizationYour Background & ExpertiseTechnical ExpertiseAzure Cloud & Architecture (5+ years)Cloud Cost Optimization & FinOps (Reducing costs while maintaining performance)Technical Leadership (Guiding engineering teams, defining best practices)Software Development (2+ years of production-quality coding)Complex Transformations (Cloud migrations, governance, multi-year execution)Consulting & Business AcumenClient-Facing Experience (Engaging with C-level and technical stakeholders)Solution Design & Pre-Sales (Planning, estimates, and execution)Stakeholder Management (Aligning technical and non-technical teams)Strategic Thinking (Translating business goals into technical roadmaps)Preferred Industry & Business BackgroundCloud Consulting & Professional Services Deep expertise in Azure solutions, FinOps, and cloud transformationsEnterprise IT & Digital Transformation Leading cloud adoption, cost optimization, and automationTechnology & SaaS Companies Designing scalable, multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud architecturesFinancial Services & Banking Cloud cost governance, compliance, and security in regulated environmentsLarge-Scale Cloud Migrations Driving cloud modernization and transformation initiativesPre-Sales & Solution Architecture Collaborating with sales, product, and engineering teamsWhy Join Virtasant?At Virtasant, were not just another services firm were building a new model for global technology consulting. One thats diverse, modern, and outcome-driven. We work with some of the worlds most ambitious organisations to help them transform, scale, and build capability.Global Expertise & Remote Flexibility Work from anywhere with a world-class teamCutting-Edge Cloud Projects Solve high-scale challenges for Fortune 500 clientsCareer Growth & Thought Leadership Lead transformation initiatives and shape industry best practicesHigh Autonomy, High Impact Own technical decisions, drive change, and create value for clientsInnovative & Mission-Driven Culture We prioritize excellence, creativity, and customer impact