65 Cloud Architect jobs in the United Arab Emirates

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Solutions Architect to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting and executing strategies to drive customer adoption and use of AWS services.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• You will build solutions, provide technical guidance, and advocate for customers.
• You will ensure AWS environments remain operationally healthy while reducing cost and complexity.
• You will develop trusting relationships with customers, understanding their business needs and technical challenges.
• You will drive technical discussions regarding incidents, trade-offs, and risk management.
• You will consult with partners from developers through to C-suite executives.
• You will collaborate with AWS Solutions Architects, Business Developers, Professional Services Consultants, and Sales Account Managers.
• You will proactively find opportunities for customers to gain additional value from AWS.
• You will provide detailed reviews of service disruptions, metrics, and detailed pre-launch planning.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to develop your technical, consulting, and leadership skills.
• The chance to work with talented cloud technologists and expand your knowledge of AWS products.
• Mentorship and the opportunity to gain AWS certifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of technical engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with operational parameters and troubleshooting for one (1) of the following: compute/storage/networking/CDN/databases/DevOps/big data and analytics/security/applications development in a distributed systems environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience scripting languages and coding skills for one (1) or more of the following: Ruby, C/C++/C#, Node.JS, Java, Python, and PHP.
• Experience in customer-facing business presentations covering business and technical aspects or equivalent.

Role Summary

We're building a cutting-edge, cloud-native mobile banking platform and are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of foundational cloud infrastructure. You'll be responsible for ensuring that the platform is scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-efficient on AWS or Azure. Following the Well-Architected Framework principles and best practices, you will own cloud architecture patterns, define Kubernetes-based deployment strategies, and guide platform-level decisions related to observability, security, and scalability.

Core Responsibilities

• Own and govern the cloud-native platform architecture for mobile banking applications on AWS or Azure.
• Set standards for cloud cost optimization, tenancy isolation, performance and secrets management.
• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade Kubernetes clusters, including networking, storage, security, and scaling mechanisms for microservices
• Drive the adoption and maturity of IaC practices using Terraform or equivalent, ensuring all infrastructure is version-controlled and automated
• Architect and implement solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and fault tolerance across the cloud infrastructure
• Establish platform-wide observability patterns, tooling (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/Datadog, Dynatrace), and practices to ensure real-time visibility into platform health, performance, and user experience.
• Collaborate with security teams to embed security best practices into infrastructure design and deployment, ensuring regulatory compliance

Required Experience

• 12+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with significant hands-on experience designing and deploying scalable solutions on AWS or Azure.
• Deep expertise in Kubernetes (EKS/AKS) ecosystem, including cluster provisioning, service mesh (e.g., Istio), and container security.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure-as-code, networking, cloud security, and monitoring tools.
• Proven experience with observability tools and practices (logging, metrics, tracing) in a distributed systems environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security groups, VPCs, and identity and access management (IAM).
• Platform-building mindset, with a focus on enabling developer productivity through well-defined infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Cloud certification (AWS Solutions Architect Pro / Azure Expert) strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting banking-grade compliance (PCI-DSS, etc. is a plus).

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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We are seeking a highly experienced cloud architect to design and lead the implementation of scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions.

The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in Azure architecture, best practices, and governance frameworks.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop a Proof of Concept (POC)
• Define the cloud strategy
• Ensure seamless integration with enterprise applications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Deep expertise in Azure architecture
• Best practices and governance frameworks

This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, where you can leverage your skills to drive business growth and success.

We are seeking a skilled Infrastructure Solutions Designer to join our team. As a key member of the IT department, you will be responsible for designing and implementing hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions that meet the needs of our business.

• Contribute to the design and implementation of hybrid cloud infrastructure solutions using Azure, AWS, and On-Prem platforms.
• Design Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Intune, and AVD.
• Integrate and maintain connectivity between on-premise infrastructure and cloud platforms.
• Support disaster recovery, high availability, backup solutions, performance tuning, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Work closely with FinOps teams to track and optimize cloud usage.
• Design and implement identity and access controls using AD, ADFS, Azure AD, and Conditional Access.
• Develop Power BI dashboards to enable enterprise-wide reporting.
• Participate in solution evaluations, infrastructure planning, and capacity assessments.

• Minimum 3 years of experience with Azure and/or AWS services.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 components.
• Good understanding of Active Directory, Azure AD, Conditional Access, and ADFS.
• Familiarity with Power BI deployment components.
• Exposure to FinOps tools or practices related to cloud cost visibility and reporting.
• Experience with scripting/automation (PowerShell, Bicep, Terraform preferred).

A collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive compensation package.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infrastructure architecture, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team.

Bachelors in Computer Application(Computers)

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end OCI architectures covering compute, storage, databases, networking, and security
• Implement cloud-native solutions using Oracle Kubernetes Engine (OKE), Functions, and API Gateway
• Ensure optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and compliance across all cloud deployments
• Drive cloud migration strategies from on-premise to OCI
• Build and support CI/CD pipelines tightly integrated with OCI services

What We re Looking For:

• Proven experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, serverless, and microservices architecture
• Expertise in Terraform and automation best practices
• Ability to lead cloud transformation and modernization initiatives
• Passion for driving cloud excellence and delivering scalable solutions

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About Us:
AceNet Consulting is a fast-growing global business and technology consulting firm specializing in business strategy, digital transformation, technology consulting, product development, start-up advisory and fund-raising services to our global clients across banking & financial services, healthcare, supply chain & logistics, consumer retail, manufacturing, eGovernance and other industry sectors.
We are looking for hungry, highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If you’re passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Cloud Architect to design and lead the implementation of scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in Azure architecture, best practices, and governance frameworks. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to develop a Proof of Concept (POC), define the cloud strategy, and ensure seamless integration with enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities :
*Design end-to-end Azure cloud architecture for enterprise workloads.
*Lead architecture reviews and ensure alignment with best practices.
*Provide technical guidance during the design, build, and deployment phases.
*Define architecture standards, principles, and reference architectures.
*Collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams.
*Evaluate and recommend Azure services and tools for performance and cost optimization.

Role Requirements and Qualifications:
*Proven experience as a Cloud Architect in Azure environments.
*Strong knowledge of Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.
*Hands-on experience with networking, security, identity, and governance in Azure.
*Expertise in ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
*Azure certifications such as AZ-305 or AZ-400 are preferred.

Why Join Us:
*Opportunities to work on transformative projects, cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions with leading global firms across industry sectors.
*Continuous investment in employee growth and professional development with a strong focus on up & re-skilling.
*Competitive compensation & benefits, ESOPs and international assignments.
*Supportive environment with healthy work-life balance and a focus on employee well-being.
*Open culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages transparent communication and rewards contributions.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining our team and meet the qualifications listed above, please apply and submit your resume highlighting why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

Artefact is a new generation of data service providers, specialising in data consulting and data-driven digital marketing. It is dedicated to transforming data into business impact across the entire value chain of organisations. We are proud to say we’re enjoying skyrocketing growth.The backbone of our consulting missions, today our Data consulting team has more than 400 consultants covering all Artefact's offers (and more): data marketing, data governance, strategy consulting, product owner…

About the role …

As a Cloud Architect Manager at Artefact, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions that support our clients’ data and technology ecosystems. You will collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure cloud architecture is aligned with business needs, optimizing tool selection, cost efficiency, and scalability. Additionally, you will lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and contribute to Artefact’s growth by driving innovation and promoting best practices in cloud technology.

What you'll be doing …

• Lead the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure architectures (cloud, on-premise, hybrid) aligned with business requirements.
• Define and enforce best practices for cloud platform deployment and configuration, security, networking, operations and tools selection.
• Oversee the integration of cloud platforms with data pipelines, storage, and compute services.
• Standardize coding, deployment, and monitoring practices across cloud environments.
• Design and implement automated solutions to set up, monitor, and adjust cloud infrastructure efficiently.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives for complex technical challenges related to cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple cloud projects, ensuring efficient resource management.
• Foster teamwork by mentoring, coaching and guiding cloud engineers and ensuring knowledge transfer.
• Manage client relationships regarding project expectations, timelines, and outcomes.
• Contribute to Artefact's growth by maintaining tech partnerships, leading technical proposals to support project planning and identify potential growth areas with existing accounts.

What you'll need …

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud architectures on Azure at scale
• Strong expertise in cloud security, networking, and compliance frameworks.
• Led the end-to-end design of highly available, secure, and cost-optimized Azure environments for enterprise customers, leveraging services such as Azure Virtual Network, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure App Service.
• Defined multi-region DR/HA architectures using Azure Traffic Manager, paired regions, and Azure Site Recovery, achieving RTOs under 1 hour for mission-critical workloads.
• Enable automated patching, scaling, and monitoring tasks via Azure DevOps YAML pipelines and PowerShell DSC, improving operational efficiency.
• Deep understanding of cloud cost optimization, monitoring, and high availability design patterns.
• Collaborated with data engineers to optimize architectures on Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2, Synapse, and MS Fabric
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing technical teams and large-scale projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience creating business-focused presentations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities for complex, multi-disciplinary cloud projects.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and navigating client discussions effectively.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and develop technical teams in cloud engineering best practices.
• A track record of contributing to business growth through technical innovation and strategic initiatives.

Artefact’s teams are made up of the best experts in their fields, and it’s our biggest responsibility to ensure their professional development and personal wellbeing.

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Artefact is a new generation of data service providers, specialising in data consulting and data-driven digital marketing. It is dedicated to transforming data into business impact across the entire value chain of organisations. We are proud to say we’re enjoying skyrocketing growth.The backbone of our consulting missions, today our Data consulting team has more than 400 consultants covering all Artefact's offers (and more): data marketing, data governance, strategy consulting, product owner.
About The Role .
As a Cloud Architect Manager at Artefact, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions that support our clients’ data and technology ecosystems. You will collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure cloud architecture is aligned with business needs, optimizing tool selection, cost efficiency, and scalability. Additionally, you will lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and contribute to Artefact’s growth by driving innovation and promoting best practices in cloud technology.
What You'll Be Doing .

• Lead the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure architectures (cloud, on-premise, hybrid) aligned with business requirements.
• Define and enforce best practices for cloud platform deployment and configuration, security, networking, operations and tools selection.
• Oversee the integration of cloud platforms with data pipelines, storage, and compute services.
• Standardize coding, deployment, and monitoring practices across cloud environments.
• Design and implement automated solutions to set up, monitor, and adjust cloud infrastructure efficiently.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives for complex technical challenges related to cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple cloud projects, ensuring efficient resource management.
• Foster teamwork by mentoring, coaching and guiding cloud engineers and ensuring knowledge transfer.
• Manage client relationships regarding project expectations, timelines, and outcomes.
• Contribute to Artefact's growth by maintaining tech partnerships, leading technical proposals to support project planning and identify potential growth areas with existing accounts.
  

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud architectures on Azure at scale
• Strong expertise in cloud security, networking, and compliance frameworks.
• Led the end-to-end design of highly available, secure, and cost-optimized Azure environments for enterprise customers, leveraging services such as Azure Virtual Network, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure App Service.
• Defined multi-region DR/HA architectures using Azure Traffic Manager, paired regions, and Azure Site Recovery, achieving RTOs under 1 hour for mission-critical workloads.
• Enable automated patching, scaling, and monitoring tasks via Azure DevOps YAML pipelines and PowerShell DSC, improving operational efficiency.
• Deep understanding of cloud cost optimization, monitoring, and high availability design patterns.
• Collaborated with data engineers to optimize architectures on Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2, Synapse, and MS Fabric
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing technical teams and large-scale projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience creating business-focused presentations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities for complex, multi-disciplinary cloud projects.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and navigating client discussions effectively.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and develop technical teams in cloud engineering best practices.
• A track record of contributing to business growth through technical innovation and strategic initiatives.
  

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesSoftware Development

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A leading organization seeks a skilled Cloud Infrastructure Specialist to design and implement cutting-edge cloud solutions.

• Develop end-to-end cloud architectures for compute, storage, databases, networking, and security.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using Kubernetes, Functions, and API Gateway.
• Ensure optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and compliance across all cloud deployments.
• Drive cloud migration strategies from on-premise to the cloud.
• Build and support continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines tightly integrated with cloud services.

• Proven experience with cloud infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, serverless, and microservices architecture.
• Expertise in Terraform and automation best practices.
• Ability to lead cloud transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Passion for driving cloud excellence and delivering scalable solutions.

A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

The chance to work with a talented team of professionals.

A competitive compensation package.

Professional training and certification programs.