Cloud Architect

Discovered MENA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Bank in the UAE is looking for a skilled Cloud Architect to design, manage, and optimize cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of experience in cloud architecture and expertise in public cloud platforms. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams to define cloud requirements, administering infrastructure for cost efficiency, and supporting CI/CD pipelines. Join a prestigious firm recognized for innovation and excellence in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in cloud architecture and engineering.
• Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Proficiency with IaC tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud requirements and deliver solutions.
• Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure for cost efficiency and performance.
• Provide technical leadership to DevOps and development teams.

Skills

Cloud architecture and engineering

Public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

DevOps practices

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Overview

Excellent Cloud Architect opportunity - Leading Bank - Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE | Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the company

Join a leading Bank in the UAE that is recognized globally for stability, innovation, and excellence.

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced Cloud Architects to design and manage cloud-based infrastructure that is secure, scalable, and optimized for performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud requirements and deliver solutions aligned with business objectives
• Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure for cost efficiency, scalability, and performance
• Automate cloud provisioning, configuration, and management using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Provide technical leadership to DevOps and development teams, supporting CI/CD pipeline integration
• Work with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, enforce best practices, and ensure regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in cloud architecture and engineering
• Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure
• Expertise in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid/multi-cloud environments
• Proficiency with IaC tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments
• Familiarity with containerization, orchestration, and serverless computing
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you fit the bill apply today as our client is scheduling interviews immediately!