Infrastructure Architect in East Midlands

What is an infrastructure architect?

Infrastructure architects are responsible for designing and implementing information systems to fit with a business’ existing infrastructure and initiatives.Technical ability is only one aspect of the internal infrastructure role. Creative thinking, project management and research also play a key part in the sourcing and design of new solutions which are fit for business purpose. 

Infrastructure architect job description and responsibilities

An infrastructure architect works with business leaders to determine the outcomes that a technical project or system should deliver, then they design, build and deploy it as part of a larger project. Not just tasked with creating new core infrastructure elements, the job role also includes assessing current systems for security and suitability and researching potential upgrades.Daily duties may include:Assessing existing systems to ensure they meet business requirementsMonitoring the security of existing business systemsPredicting and overseeing infrastructure or software upgrades based on business needsTechnical direction of new system implementationsCreating detailed project plans for new system designs and roll outsReporting on project deployments

Infrastructure Architect job qualifications, skills and experience

An infrastructure architect needs several technical qualifications and plenty of proven industry experience to be considered for an open job role.Basic qualifications should include a degree in one of the following subjects:Software DevelopmentComputer ScienceEngineeringAn additional Masters or PhD are preferred, as well as experience with project management and extensive experience as part of a software engineering team. Other beneficial technical skills would include experience with:Enterprise applicationsInformation system developmentUX Network softwareCloud methodologiesProfessionals should have some of the following soft skills in order to be successful in the role:The ability to solve problems fastExcellent communication skillsAttention to detail

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Salary for Infrastructure Architect in East Midlands
65475 - 84390
25th Percentile
65475
Little or no prior experience in the position; still developing relevant skills. Demand: Low
50th Percentile
71780
Some prior experience in the position; has several relevant skills. Demand: Moderate
75th Percentile
84390
Extensive prior experience in the position; has mastered relevant skills. Demand: High
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