Cloud Solution Architect - Azure Apps & AI

Penta Consulting Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Penta Consulting Ltd in Dubai seeks a Cloud Solution Architect to design, develop, and deploy scalable Azure-based solutions, with emphasis on AI/ML integration and modern app development. You will lead architecture reviews, guide cross‑functional teams, and work closely with customers to translate business needs into robust cloud architectures while staying current with Azure innovations.

This contract role offers exposure to premier Microsoft platforms and opportunities to shape digital

Qualifications

• Experience designing enterprise-scale Azure cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of AI/ML integration and data pipelines.
• Proven ability to lead architecture discussions with stakeholders.
• Hands-on with cloud-native patterns, security and governance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures on Azure platform.
• Lead AI/ML solution design using Azure ML and OpenAI services.
• Guide development teams and ensure delivery milestones.
• Engage with customers to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Client-facing

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Tools

Azure Infrastructure

AKS

App Services

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

Azure Machine Learning

MLOps

Azure OpenAI

Cosmos DB

GitHub

Azure DevOps

APIM

Job description

Job SearchCloud Solution Architect - Azure Apps & AI# Cloud Solution Architect - Azure Apps & AIJob Reference No.CR/030883Job Type: ContractLocation: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesJob Reference No.: CR/030883Role Overview:* We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Cloud Solution Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role requires deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, AI/ML technologies, and modern application development practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that leverage cutting-edge Azure services and drive digital transformation.Job Overview:* Focused on delivering proactive services such as education workshops, delivering assessments and providing expert guidance* Join a highly motivated team of leading industry experts* Preview new technology before others in the industry and learn how to make the best from it* Visit customers to train them and share industry and development expertise* Be part of a thriving developer community that's constantly looking for ways to improve our customers’ experience, software development goals and use of technology.* Build strong customer relationships and ensure deliveries align with customer projects and milestones.* Gain access to expertise and support from Microsoft’s consulting practice and product groups* Continually learn and grow professionally* Analyze problems* Maintain, extend accreditations and certifications, assist in developing best practices for key technologies and products to support technical team readiness* Demonstrate strong communication skills; ability to develop strategic ongoing customer relationships, gain trust and respect for Microsoft Premier.* Engineers must also possess strong technical writing, presentation and training skills* Fluent English oral and written communication* Customer facing role, you will partner with different teams to provide high quality work understanding customer objectives and creatively overcome their greatest challenges.* Passion for new innovative technology and drive customer transformation* Ability to travel domestically and work with different cultures and customers.* Ability to communicate with a variety of different audiences and strong presentation skills* Demonstrate effective balance between business and technical acumen* Ability to effectively recognize and adapt to change* Ability to handle customer critical issues and work in difficult situations* Ability to evaluate end-user business requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and then develop and implement the appropriate technical solutionsKey Responsibilities:* Design and implement cloud-native architectures using Azure Infrastructure, AKS, App Services, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.* Lead AI/ML solution design using AI Foundry, Azure Machine Learning, MLOps, and Azure OpenAI.* Architect and optimize data solutions using Cosmos DB and other Azure data services.* Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps (ADO).* Integrate APIs and services using Azure API Management (APIM) and Logic Apps.* Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud strategy, security, scalability, and performance.* Collaborate with development teams to build modern applications using Azure App Development tools and frameworks.* Ensure compliance with best practices and governance standards across cloud deployments.* Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and industry trends to continuously improve solution offerings.| || --- || |Share this job## Apply for **this Position**Or contact our consultant:### Callum [e-mail]