IT Infrastructure / Cloud Architect

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is the leading software provider for the operations of national and regional electricity grids worldwide. Our software solutions range from supporting electricity markets, enabling grid and network planning, to real-time electricity grid operations.

Responsible for leading the design, implementation, and governance of IT /Infrastructure solutions (across projects involving Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).Will work on highly complex projects requiring in-depth knowledge of cloud (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) & on-prem platforms (VMWare, Windows/Linux, server environments) with a focus on hybrid cloud integration and associated infrastructure areas (including storage, networking, virtualization and cybersecurity)Serves as a technical expert, ensuring solutions meet stringent security, reliability, and regulatory requirements while enabling digital transformation through cloud adoption and modernization.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Review & analyze customer functional and non-functional requirements and prepare an optimal Solution architecture that meet standardization, consolidation, Total Cost of Ownership, security, regulatory compliance, and application system qualities
• Involve & coordinate other SME (Subject Matter experts) in different architecture domains (Technology (Network, Infrastructure, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, Applications) and refine the Solution Architecture up to L3/Implementation level,
• Own the Solution Architecture design deliverables (HLD - High-Level Design documents, and LLD - Low-Level Design documents)
• Establishes and maintains a repository of Template/ Reference architectures
• Lead and coordinate technical and business discussions relative to cloud architecture direction & migration
• Provides customer facing consultancy on highly complex projects. Builds strategic relationships with customers and provides guidance on the application of GE Vernova products and technologies to efficiently and securely deliver business value.

Skills & Qualifications

The IT Infrastructure / Cloud Architect shall have a general knowledge of the different components of a typical target solution architecture:

• Proven expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud architectures
• Strong background in on-prem infrastructure: VMware, Windows/Linux servers, enterprise storage, networking
• Experience in data center to cloud migration and legacy system modernization
• Skilled in containers & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
• Knowledge of identity & access management (Active Directory, Azure AD, SSO/federation)
• Hands-on experience with enterprise security frameworks, compliance, and Zero Trust principles
• Proficient in disaster recovery, high availability, and business continuity planning
• Competent in monitoring, observability, and automation (Splunk, ELK, Prometheus, Ansible/Terraform)
• Adept at translating business needs into architecture solutions and producing reference designs
• Track record of leading cross-functional teams on complex, multi-vendor transformation projects
• Familiar with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, ITIL)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, VMware, Cisco, CISSP)
• Good understanding of one or several of the most common Cybersecurity framework such as NERC CIP, NIS, CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, ISA/IEC 62443
• significant experience as IT Infrastructure / Cloud Architect
• Ability to facilitate workshops and write clear functional specifications. Experience in a client-facing or consulting role, delivering technical solutions to enterprise clients.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral/presentation and written communication skills in both technical and non-technical language. Professional English level.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

'This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (e.g. UK Security Clearance (SC)) as part of the hiring process.'

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job ID: GE_power-954651784

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-19T18:31:14