OverviewIn this role, you will advise and architect Azure-based solutions that enable clients to modernise their infrastructure, enhance scalability, and deliver tangible business outcomes. You'll engage directly with stakeholders, defining cloud strategies, shaping architecture, and guiding teams through delivery – from vision to deployment. Working alongside CGI colleagues and client partners, you'll balance strategy with hands-on implementation, ensuring each solution meets performance, security, and cost optimisation goals. You’ll take ownership of technical direction while fostering collaboration and innovation across teams, and you’ll be empowered to share knowledge, mentor others, and bring creative thinking to every challenge.Key responsibilitiesDesign & Lead: Define Azure cloud strategies and architectures aligned to client objectives.Innovate & Deliver: Shape and implement solutions spanning IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.Collaborate & Influence: Engage with senior stakeholders to align technology with business value.Automate & Optimise: Leverage tools like Terraform and Ansible to enhance performance and reliability.Mentor & Support: Share expertise and guide team members through complex design and delivery work.Evolve & Improve: Identify opportunities for optimisation, innovation, and continued improvement across engagements.QualificationsStrong expertise in Azure design and delivery, automation, and infrastructure as code is essential; proven experience designing and implementing Azure services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).Strong architectural design skills with end-to-end project delivery experience.Proficiency with automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible.Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert).Experience with DevOps, infrastructure as code, and modern delivery methodologies.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to lead technical teams and present solutions effectively.Desirable qualificationsAwareness of other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, OCI).Knowledge of containerisation and hybrid infrastructure integration.Scripting skills in Python or similar languages.About CGIAt CGI, we empower our clients to unlock the full potential of cloud technology through strategic insight and hands-on innovation. As an Azure Architect, you\u2019ll play a key role in shaping transformative cloud solutions that drive measurable business success and long-term resilience. You\u2019ll collaborate across industries, helping organisations design and implement modern, scalable Azure environments that accelerate digital transformation. You\u2019ll work with leading experts, have the freedom to innovate, and be supported by a culture that values creativity, ownership, and collaboration, enabling you to make a real, lasting impact.Life at CGILife at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You\u2019ll be invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company\u2019s strategy and direction. You\u2019ll develop innovative solutions, build relationships with teammates and clients, and access global capabilities to scale your ideas. We offer growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and a culture that values health, well-being, and continual learning. CGI is a large IT and business consulting services firm with a strong global presence.Location: London, England, United Kingdom. Hybrid position. You may be required to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. #J-18808-Ljbffr