Job Description

Leadership of the cloud engineering function across the Trust including the development, implementation, optimisation and maintenance of the trust's cloud-based systems, supporting the Technical Architect in delivering trustwide IT projects and solutions.
Responsible for applying software engineering practices to build andmaintain a systemwide Cloud Environment, architectecting, building anddeploying new solutions based on internal customer needs. management.
To be a subject matter expert. Have in-depth knowledge and significantfirst-hand experience of architecting, building and optimising cloudsolutions. Develop and deliver training and coaching for other digitalcolleagues including technical training on relevant architecture, softwarepackages, languages or technical approaches as well as requirementsgathering, specification, design and implementation.
Main duties of the job
o Assist the Technical architect with strategic definition and development of the Trust Cloud architecture. The Trust IT architecture covers clinical and non-clinical systems and support for links and access with the wider healthcare community.oAct as the Trust's Cloud Technical Design Authority who provides a focus for Infrastructure elements of design across all IT systems, hardware and software. Manages the development and adherence to the IT architecture and participates in project governance ensuring alignment of projects within the architectural IT roadmap and strategy of the Trust.o Lead the implementation of cloud architecture solutions across a group of clinical and business applications or technologies based on enterprise business strategy, architecture principles, business capabilities and business requirements.oDevelop and maintain cloud solutions in accordance with best practices and ensure adherence to legal and mandated technology standards such as DSPT and cyber essentials.o Apply software engineering practices to build and maintain a system wide Azure environment.o Architect, build and operate new solutions based on internal customer needs
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Details
Date posted
26 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
55,690 to 62,682 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-7611376COR
Job locations
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Technical architect with strategic definition and development of the Trust Cloud architecture. The Trust IT architecture covers clinical and non-clinical systems and support for links and access with the wider healthcare community. Act as the Trusts Cloud Technical Design Authority who provides a focus for Infrastructure elements of design across all IT systems, hardware and software. Manages the development and adherence to the IT architecture and participates in project governance ensuring alignment of projects within the architectural IT roadmap and strategy of the Trust. Lead the implementation of cloud architecture solutions across a group of clinical and business applications or technologies based on enterprise business strategy, architecture principles, business capabilities and business requirements. Develop and maintain cloud solutions in accordance with best practices and ensure adherence to legal and mandated technology standards such as DSPT and cyber essentials. Apply software engineering practices to build and maintain a system wide Azure environment. Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Technical architect with strategic definition and development of the Trust Cloud architecture. The Trust IT architecture covers clinical and non-clinical systems and support for links and access with the wider healthcare community. Act as the Trusts Cloud Technical Design Authority who provides a focus for Infrastructure elements of design across all IT systems, hardware and software. Manages the development and adherence to the IT architecture and participates in project governance ensuring alignment of projects within the architectural IT roadmap and strategy of the Trust. Lead the implementation of cloud architecture solutions across a group of clinical and business applications or technologies based on enterprise business strategy, architecture principles, business capabilities and business requirements. Develop and maintain cloud solutions in accordance with best practices and ensure adherence to legal and mandated technology standards such as DSPT and cyber essentials. Apply software engineering practices to build and maintain a system wide Azure environment.
Person Specification
Evidence of Cloud platforms Certification such as AZ900 or AZ104
Essential

• Certification from multipal cloud platform provider

Desirable

• Evidence of Cloud platforms Certification such as AZ900 or AZ104

Cloud and Onpremis Infrastucture exprience
Essential

• Exprinece or delivering Cloud Migration, Management as SaaS, PaaS and IaaS

Desirable

• Infrastrcuture as code. Expreince with Terafrom. Hybrid Infrastructure. VMWare

Disaster Recovery and backup
Essential

• Execute DR, HA, backup, and resilience designs as part of new platform deployments

Desirable

• Hands on exprience in using Disaster Recovery and backup

Person Specification
Evidence of Cloud platforms Certification such as AZ900 or AZ104
Essential

• Certification from multipal cloud platform provider

Desirable

• Evidence of Cloud platforms Certification such as AZ900 or AZ104

Cloud and Onpremis Infrastucture exprience
Essential

• Exprinece or delivering Cloud Migration, Management as SaaS, PaaS and IaaS

Desirable

• Infrastrcuture as code. Expreince with Terafrom. Hybrid Infrastructure. VMWare

Disaster Recovery and backup
Essential

• Execute DR, HA, backup, and resilience designs as part of new platform deployments

Desirable

• Hands on exprience in using Disaster Recovery and backup

Skills Required