Solutions Architect (Cloud & AI)

Sailglobal; Taguig; On-site; PHP 3,690,037 - 4,920,049; Full time

Job summary

Sailglobal, on behalf of Alibaba Cloud, seeks a Solutions Architect (Cloud & AI) in the Philippines. In this pivotal role, you will drive AI-driven transformations, work closely with major BFSI, Retail, and Telecom firms, and influence key stakeholders in technology.

Your expertise will guide the creation of innovative cloud architectures while collaborating with global teams to tailor solutions for local markets. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in solutions architecture and a strong understanding of the Philippines' IT landscape.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Solutions Architecture, Cloud Consulting, or Technical Pre-Sales.
• Hands-on expertise in at least one major cloud platform.
• Experience designing AI/ML solutions, especially around generative AI.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex business problems into robust cloud and AI architectures.
• Lead pre-sales engagements, from discovery workshops to winning RFPs.
• Represent the brand at local tech industry events.

Skills

Solutions Architecture

Cloud Consulting

Technical Pre-Sales

AI/ML Solutions Design

IaaS and PaaS Expertise

Data Privacy Laws Knowledge

Tools

Alibaba Cloud

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Title: Solutions Architect (Cloud & AI)

Company: Sailglobal on behalf of Alibaba Cloud

Unleash the Power of Generative AI in the Philippines

Are you a technical visionary who thrives at the intersection of Cloud Architecture and Generative AI? We are looking for a Solutions Architect to be the primary technical face of Alibaba Cloud in the Philippines. You will move beyond traditional IaaS/PaaS to help enterprise leaders build the next generation of AI-driven businesses using Qwen LLMs and advanced MLOps platforms.

Why This Role?

• Lead the AI Revolution: Work directly with cutting-edge Large Language Models (LLMs) and RAG pipelines.
• C-Suite Influence: Act as a trusted advisor to CTOs and Heads of Engineering at the Philippines' largest BFSI, Retail, and Telecom firms.
• Global Impact: Bridge the gap between local market needs and global engineering teams to shape the product roadmap.

Your Impact

• Architect Success: Translate complex business problems into cost-optimized, robust cloud and AI architectures.
• Technical Leadership: Lead end-to-end pre-sales engagements, from discovery workshops and PoCs to winning major RFPs.
• Evangelism: Represent the brand at local industry events as a thought leader in the Philippines' tech ecosystem.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with Sales and Product teams to remove technical blockers and accelerate cloud adoption.

What You Bring

• The Foundation: 3+ years in Solutions Architecture, Cloud Consulting, or Technical Pre-Sales.
• Cloud Mastery: Hands‑on expertise in at least one major platform (Alibaba Cloud, AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• The AI Edge: Experience designing AI/ML solutions, specifically around model deployment, vector databases, or generative AI.
• Local Expertise: A deep understanding of the Philippines' IT landscape and regulatory requirements (NPC, DICT).
• Communication: Native Filipino/Tagalog speaker with excellent professional English.

Technical Skills We Value

• Expertise in IaaS, PaaS, and Security.
• Knowledge of MLOps and Data Privacy laws in the Philippines.
• Professional Certifications (Alibaba Cloud ACE, AWS SAP, or Azure Expert).