Sr. Cloud Engineer

Flightjobs / DVV Media; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services company in Abu Dhabi is looking for a UTM Manager to oversee cloud infrastructure solutions aligning with technical and business requirements. Ideal candidates have experience in cloud engineering, holding relevant certifications and at least 5 years in similar roles. The job includes responsibilities like design, implementation, and monitoring of cloud resources, providing a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic and diverse team environment

Collaborative workplace culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or Engineering required.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure certification preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in cloud engineering and infrastructure required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cloud infrastructure solutions meeting business requirements.
• Monitor performance, availability, and cost efficiency of cloud resources.
• Implement and test disaster recovery plans for business continuity.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure management

Automation

Disaster recovery

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or Engineering

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Terraform

Job description

Live your potential with DFS Aviation Services

DFS Aviation Services is part of the DFS Group, one of the largest air navigation service providers in the world. We focus on the provision of air navigation services and the sale of software solutions, consulting, training services to airports and air navigation service providers worldwide. As a modern aviation company, we guarantee the perfect mix of proven experience and progressive ideas. High quality standards are part of our philosophy as a lean organization with international networking and ambitious goals. We offer our employees challenging and creative jobs with one of the most secure and attractive employers in Dubai in one of the most exciting industries.

Discover What\'s Possible

DFS Aviation Services are currently looking for a dedicated, experienced and innovative UTM Manager to join our team in Dubai, UAE. The work will be with our strategic partner Dubai Air Navigation Service (DANS). We offer you an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on trainees. Collaborative and supportive working environment, professional development and growth opportunities.

This role will be based at Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS). DANS provides air navigation services at four airports in the UAE, one of which is the world\'s busiest airport for international passengers, where their mission is to empower and develop all their people in delivering world-leading air navigation services that exceed every standard, assure their customers, and shape global innovation.

Your Responsibilities

Desig, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure solutions that meet the DANS technical and business requirements. This role involves managing cloud environments, ensuring security, scalability, and high availability, while optimizing cost and performance.

Key accountabilities :

Cloud Architecture & Infrastructure Management

Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-availability cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Develop and implement cloud infrastructure solutions aligned with business needs. Ensure adherence to cloud best practices, frameworks, and governance policies.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Automate cloud deployments, monitoring, and operational tasks using CI / CD pipelines. Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce cloud security best practices. Ensure compliance with ISR. Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments on cloud resources.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization

Monitor cloud infrastructure to ensure performance, availability, and cost efficiency. Use cloud monitoring tools. Continuously optimize cloud resources to reduce costs and improve performance.

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Design and implement backup, disaster recovery (DR), and failover strategies. Regularly test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity. Maintain high availability and resilience of mission-critical applications.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Work closely with DANS OPS, development, security, and IT infrastructure teams to integrate cloud solutions. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Liaise with business stakeholders to understand cloud requirements and deliver solutions.

Troubleshooting & Incident Response

Act as an escalation point for cloud-related incidents and service disruptions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues. Implement root cause analysis (RCA) and preventive measures for recurring issues.

Continuous Learning & Innovation

Stay up to date with emerging cloud technologies and trends. Research and recommend new tools and services to improve cloud capabilities. Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in cloud adoption.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or Engineering.
• A master’s degree or bachelor’s in Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity is preferable.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate.
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert.
• Security & Networking Certifications:
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Cloud.
• Knowledge & Experience:
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure, or DevOps roles.
• Proven experience in cloud architecture, automation, and security implementation.
• Experience leading cloud migration and optimization projects.
• Optimize cloud environments through automation to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Safety & Security Requirement

Adhere to the applicable safety & security (information security) ISR policies and procedures of DANS. Report any security (information security) breaches or incidents to DANS Security team. Report any safety incident to DANS safety team or by submitting Salama. Attend safety & security (information security) awareness sessions conducted in DANS.

Working @ DFS

Working at DFS Aviation Services means working in a diverse and dynamic team of professionals, being passionate about advancing aviation safety and efficiency. Since 2017, the DFS Team has grown to over 400 team members participating in various air traffic management projects at 17 locations in 6 countries.

Our people come from a variety of backgrounds, bringing unique skills and perspectives that enrich our company culture and drive innovation in air traffic management. From air traffic controllers to software developers and engineers, and from project managers to customer service experts, our DFS Team works collaboratively to ensure the skies remain safe for everyone.