AWS Cloud Designer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you an AWS Solution Designer looking to move to a new challenge? If so, I have an AWS Cloud Designer role that could be right up your street. A bit about the job:
Working in the Data, Analytics Platforms (DAP) infrastructure team you will be responsible for contributing to the development of centralised design patterns that can be used across Life, GI and other Aviva business areas. Translating change requirements into Aviva Cloud Solutions that will enable Aviva to transform its performance & support its strategic change agenda. Evaluating new Cloud based solutions and technologies to help shape the wider technology strategy within DAP. You will also be involved with key stakeholders and hold good communication with them. Aviva uses “smart-working”, and the person in this role will be based at: Norwich or Bristol. Skills and experience we’re looking for:
- You have AWS architectural experience, preferably supported by AWS certifications. However, opportunity to achieve certification will be provided to the right candidate.
- You are a strong communicator with the ability to work across business and IT teams to provide solution options.
- You are skilled in reviewing and writing Cloud High Level Designs, Cloud Low Level Designs.
- You are comfortable in joining and leading technical sign-off meetings.
- Preferably, you have proven experience in integrating various cloud (SaaS and PaaS) solutions as well as on-premise applications.
- Salary circa £55,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications).
- Generous pension (starting level Aviva contributes 8% when you contribute 2%)
- Eligibility for annual performance bonus
- Family friendly parental and carer’s leave
- 29 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
- Up to 40% discount for Aviva products
- Brilliant flexible benefits including electric cars
- Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme
- 21 volunteering hours per year
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Mining & Metals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for AWS Cloud Designer roles across Aviva's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Mining & Metals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £55,000 - £55,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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