Solution Architect Lead - Infrastructure Airport

Solution Architect - InfrastructureAviation Technology - Infrastructure & Cloud Architecture - Systems IntegrationJob TitleSolution Architect - InfrastructureFunctionSolution Architecture / Infrastructure / Aviation & TransportReports ToLead Solution Architect / Chief Architect - AirportsLevelSenior / ExperiencedLocationOn-site at airport program with hybrid working; travel as requiredEmployment TypeFull-time, permanentRole PurposeThe Solution Architect - Infrastructure designs the compute, storage, cloud, data center and platform infrastructure that hosts airport systems, ensuring resilient, secure and scalable foundations for a 24/7 operational environment.The role produces infrastructure designs and standards and works across cloud, on-premise and edge to support the airport application and integration estate.Key ResponsibilitiesInfrastructure DesignDesign compute, storage, cloud, data center, platform and edge infrastructure for airport systems.Produce infrastructure design documents, patterns and decision records.Design for high availability, redundancy, performance, backup and disaster recovery.Cloud & OperationsDesign cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP), hybrid and on-premise solutions and landing zones.Embed security, monitoring, automation and manageability into infrastructure.Support capacity, resilience and operational readiness.Delivery & CollaborationWork with application, integration, network and cyber domains for coherent designs.Support estimation, planning and risk for the infrastructure domain.Engage with delivery teams and vendors.Skills & ExperienceEssentialInfrastructure architecture: Solid experience in infrastructure/cloud architecture on complex programs.Cloud & data center: Hands-on with cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP), virtualization, data center, storage and platforms.Resilience & DR: Designing for HA, redundancy, backup and disaster recovery.Security & automation: Understanding of infrastructure security and automation (IaC).Collaboration & communication: Effective across domains with good stakeholder skills.DesirableCloud/infrastructure certifications (Azure/AWS Architect, VMware).Experience in aviation, transport or 24/7 critical-infrastructure environments.Knowledge of edge/OT hosting in an airport campus.Exposure to MSI operating models.QualificationsDegree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).Cloud/infrastructure certifications preferred.Key CompetenciesInfrastructure and systems thinking - resilience focus - attention to detail - collaboration - problem-solving - security awareness - clear communication