IT Cloud Architect (Etihad Airport Services)

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Cloud Architect to design and implement cloud solutions aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of IT experience, with a strong focus on cloud environments, and relevant certifications. The role involves developing cloud strategies, ensuring security, and mentoring teams on cloud best practices. This position offers the opportunity to shape the organization's cloud computing strategy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT infrastructure or architecture experience, with 3–5 years focused on cloud environments.
• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud solutions at enterprise scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the organization’s cloud strategy, roadmap, and architecture.
• Design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions to support business objectives.
• Define and enforce cloud security best practices and compliance standards.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Cloud Strategy Development

Security Compliance

Automation

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

Google Cloud Platform

TOGAF

Job description

Synopsis

The Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s cloud computing strategy. This role drives the adoption of cloud services, ensuring secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions aligned with business objectives and IT strategy.

Accountabilities

Cloud Strategy & Design

• Develop and maintain the organization’s cloud strategy, roadmap, and reference architecture.
• Design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) to support business and IT objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud platforms, services, and vendors.
• Lead cloud readiness assessments, migration planning, and workload prioritization.

Architecture & Implementation

• Create architecture blueprints and standards for cloud-based systems.
• Guide the development, deployment, and integration of cloud-native applications and services.
• Oversee hybrid or multi-cloud architectures to ensure interoperability.
• Ensure performance, reliability, disaster recovery, and business continuity are built into solutions.

Security, Governance & Compliance

• Define and enforce cloud security best practices and compliance standards.
• Implement cost control measures and governance frameworks for cloud usage.
• Partner with security and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulations.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and trends.
• Introduce automation, DevOps practices, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools to improve efficiency.
• Support innovation by identifying opportunities for cloud-based solutions to drive business value.

Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership

• Work closely with business and technology leaders to translate requirements into cloud architectures.
• Mentor internal teams on cloud technologies, practices, and governance.
• Provide technical leadership in RFPs, vendor evaluations, and negotiations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of IT infrastructure, application, or architecture experience, with 3–5 years focused on cloud environments.
• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud solutions at enterprise scale.
• Relevant certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, TOGAF, or similar).

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About Etihad Airport Services-Ground

Etihad Airport Services Ground is the sole ground operations handler at Zayed International Airport.

EASG handles a wide variety of ground functions at the capital’s international airport, from passenger check-in and boarding to baggage handling and aircraft services.

All operations are centered around its three main prerogatives : safety and security in all its functions, world class operations for all customer airlines through maximum efficiency and a world class customer experience for all visiting and transiting guests.