Solutions Architect

Cloudera; Remote; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions company is looking for a Solutions Architect to empower clients in leveraging Big Data solutions using cutting-edge technology. The successful candidate will design and implement Hadoop architectures, optimize complex deployments, and collaborate closely with clients to ensure successful project delivery. A strong background in Information Technology and extensive customer-facing experience are crucial. This role offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits, promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous PTO Policy

Flexible WFH Policy

Mental & Physical Wellness programs

Access to Continued Career Development

Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Information Technology and Systems Architecture.
• 5+ years’ experience in customer-facing Professional Services.
• Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement Big Data solutions using Cloudera Data Platform.
• Design Hadoop and NiFi platform architectures for customers.
• Analyze distributed production deployments and optimize performance.

Skills

Information Technology and Systems Architecture

Customer-facing Professional Services

Hadoop platform design and deployment

Big data use cases understanding

Data transformation and querying

Enterprise Linux environments expertise

Automation and scripting tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Apache Hive

Bash

Python

Ansible

Job description

Job Details

Remote – UAE Dubai – Full Time. Posted Today. Requisition ID: 260119.

Overview

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. Cloudera seeks a Solutions Architect to join its META Professional Services team.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to implement Big Data solutions at scale using the Cloudera Data Platform and Cloudera Dataflow.
• Design and implement Hadoop and NiFi platform architectures and configurations for customers.
• Perform platform installation and upgrades for advanced secured cluster configurations.
• Analyze complex distributed production deployments and make recommendations to optimize performance.
• Document and present complex architectures for customer technical teams.
• Work closely with Cloudera teams at all levels to help ensure the success of project consulting engagements.
• Drive projects with customers to successful completion.
• Write and produce technical documentation, blogs, and knowledge‑base articles.
• Participate in the pre‑ and post‑sales process, helping sales and product teams interpret customer requirements.
• Keep current with the Hadoop Big Data ecosystem technologies.
• Attend speaking engagements when needed.
• Travel up to 75%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Information Technology and Systems Architecture.
• 5+ years’ customer‑facing Professional Services experience architecting large‑scale data center, storage, and globally distributed solutions.
• Strong experience designing and deploying large‑scale Hadoop platforms, including 3‑tier architectures and multi‑node clusters.
• Deep understanding of big data use cases, data management concepts (data warehousing, ETL, data integration), and common Hadoop and streaming design patterns.
• Proven ability to translate business and customer requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with data transformation, processing, and querying in HDFS environments (e.g., Apache Hive).
• Strong expertise in enterprise Linux environments, networking, and security (LDAP / AD, Kerberos / SPNEGO).
• Solid understanding of the Java ecosystem, including debugging, logging, monitoring, and profiling.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting tools (Bash, Python, Perl, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Experience architecting data center solutions with appropriate hardware selection based on performance, availability, and ROI.
• Cloudera and / or Hortonworks (HDP) certifications a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.

Benefits

• Generous PTO Policy.
• Support work life balance.
• Flexible WFH Policy.
• Mental & Physical Wellness programs.
• Phone and Internet Reimbursement program.
• Access to Continued Career Development.
• Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages.
• Employee Resource Groups.

Job ID

J-18808-Ljbffr

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