Information System Consultant

Saudi Aramco; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco is seeking an Information System Consultant to shape digital strategy across AI, cloud, edge, and quantum domains. The role focuses on advisory work, architecture, and transformative technology initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.

You will engage with senior leaders and external partners to drive innovation, optimize AI infrastructure, and lead large-scale digital projects within a Saudi-based framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a closely related field is required.
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field is preferred, with focus on digital innovation, AI, quantum computing, or enterprise architecture.
• Experience in AI and quantum computing, including architecture, deployment, or strategic adoption.
• Led complex digital transformation initiatives with measurable business outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate with C-level executives, technical teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level strategic advice on cloud, HPC, AI, Quantum Computing, and other emerging technologies.
• Shape the roadmap for national and corporate technology adoption, especially in cloud, AI, Edge, and Quantum domains.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, technical experts, and external partners to build an innovation ecosystem.
• Serve as strategic liaison between business units, technology teams, and leadership.
• Research, assess, and prototype next-generation technologies for strategic fit and impact.
• Develop strategies to leverage emerging technologies and trends for digital leadership.
• Evaluate and optimize AI infrastructure (e.g., NVIDIA AI SuperPod) for performance and cost-efficiency.
• Lead procurement strategies for large-scale digital infrastructure projects.
• Design and implement secure, scalable, high-performance system and network architectures.
• Lead cloud adoption programs with security, governance, and architecture best practices.
• Support infrastructure transformation through hybrid cloud and edge computing strategies.
• Collaborate with internal and national entities to establish data governance aligned with AI readiness.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Quantum computing knowledge

Strategic advisory to C-level

Cloud/HPC/AI infrastructure

Governance and security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering or related field

Master’s or PhD preferred in digital innovation/AI/enterprise architecture

TOGAF certification

Zachman certification

SANS GCIA or equivalent cybersecurity certification

Job description

Description:

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking an Information System Consultant to join the Computer Operations Department.

Computer Operations Department is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering cutting-edge computing solutions and AI-powered infrastructure that drive digital transformation and support Saudi Aramco’s business operations. This includes providing secure, efficient, and reliable computing services that meet the highest standards of excellence, while fostering a culture of innovation, customer focus, and employee motivation.

Your primary role is to act as a trusted technical and strategic advisor, support the design and execution of transformative digital and IT initiatives. You will also work closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and executive leadership to identify strategic opportunities, optimize investments, and leverage emerging technologies across AI, Quantum Computing, Cloud, and other domains.

Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate you will be required to prom the following:

• Provide expert-level strategic advice on cloud, HPC, AI, Quantum Computing, and other emerging technologies.
• Shape the roadmap for national and corporate technology adoption, particularly in cloud, AI, Edge, and Quantum domains.
• Collaborate closely with senior leaders, technical experts, and external partners across industry, academia, and research institutions to build a cohesive innovation ecosystem.
• Serve as a strategic liaison between business units, technology teams, and executive leadership to align digital initiatives with organizational goals.
• Research, assess, and prototype next-generation technologies to evaluate strategic fit and potential business impact.
• Develop and implement strategies to leverage emerging technologies and trends, ensuring Saudi Aramco remains at the forefront of digital innovation.
• Evaluate and optimize AI infrastructure (e.g., NVIDIA AI SuperPod) for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead procurement strategies for large-scale digital infrastructure projects, including hardware, storage, and cloud solutions.
• Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance system and network architectures.
• Lead cloud adoption programs, ensuring alignment with global best practices in security, governance, and architecture.
• Support infrastructure transformation through hybrid cloud and edge computing strategies to improve agility and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal and national entities to establish robust data governance frameworks aligned with regulatory and AI readiness standards.

Minimum Requirements

• You will hold aBachelor’s degreein Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a closely related technical field is required. AMaster’s degree or Ph.D.in a relevant field is preferred, with a focus on digital innovation, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, or enterprise architecture.
• You will have a minimum of15+ years of progressive experiencein digital transformation, IT strategy, enterprise architecture, or a related field.
• You will be also be able to demonstrate experience inArtificial Intelligence (AI)andquantum computing, including hands‑on involvement in architecture, deployment, or strategic adoption.
• You will have a proven track recordof leading complex digital transformation initiatives and delivering measurable business outcomes through innovation and technology.
• You will also be able to collaborate withC-level executives,technical teams, andexternal stakeholdersto align strategic vision with operational execution.
• Certification such as TOGAF or Zachman certificationin Enterprise Architecture are highly preferred as well as SANS GCIA certificationor equivalent in cybersecurity.
• You will have a strong technical foundation inAI and machine learning, including experience withdeep learning,natural language processing (NLP), andAI infrastructure optimization.
• You will also be Familiar withquantum computing principles, technologies, and potential enterprise applications.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer

Work schedule: Full Time – To be specified in Job offer

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.