Senior Cloud Architect – Enterprise Transformation Leader

CBT; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 337,457 - 487,438; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Senior Cloud Architect to lead enterprise cloud strategies for digital transformation in Riyadh. The role demands proven experience in cloud architectures on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. You'll engage with stakeholders, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with security standards. Strong Arabic language skills are preferred. This is an on-site, full-time position offering high visibility and strategic engagement with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cloud Architect in large enterprise environments.
• Experience designing multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems and cloud-native design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive enterprise cloud strategy across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Architect end-to-end solutions across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
• Establish cloud governance frameworks and ensure compliance.

Skills

AWS

Azure

GCP

Cloud security

Microservices

DevOps practices

CI/CD

Terraform

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Cloud Architect – Enterprise Transformation Leader

Job Openings Senior Cloud Architect – Enterprise Transformation Leader

About the job Senior Cloud Architect – Enterprise Transformation Leader

Senior Cloud Architect – Enterprise Transformation Leader

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (On-site, Full-Time)
Company: Ameera Talent Solutions (on behalf of a leading enterprise client)
Language: Arabic (Preferred)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design and execution of enterprise cloud strategy for a large-scale digital transformation program in Riyadh.

This is a high-impact role where you will work closely with senior business and technology stakeholders to shape cloud adoption across mission-critical systems. You will act as the technical authority for cloud architecture, driving innovation, scalability, and secure cloud practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Strategy & Architecture

• Define and drive enterprise cloud strategy across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
• Design secure, scalable, and highly available cloud architectures
• Lead adoption of cloud-native technologies and modern engineering practices
• Establish architectural blueprints aligned with long-term business goals

Solution Design & Delivery

• Architect end-to-end solutions across multi-cloud and hybrid environments
• Design distributed, multi-tier applications at enterprise scale
• Ensure high performance, resilience, and cost optimization
• Guide engineering teams through architecture implementation and best practices

Governance & Security

• Establish cloud governance frameworks, standards, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security policies and regulatory requirements
• Act as the technical authority for all cloud-related initiatives
• Implement robust security, identity, and access management controls

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with senior business and technology stakeholders
• Translate business requirements into scalable cloud solutions
• Provide technical leadership to engineering, DevOps, and platform teams
• Influence decision-making at both strategic and operational levels

Candidate Profile

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Cloud Architect in large enterprise environments
• Strong expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience designing multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native design patterns
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, networking, and governance frameworks
• Background in software engineering, system design, or infrastructure architecture
• Ability to work on-site in Riyadh full-time

Preferred Qualifications

• Arabic language skills (strongly preferred for stakeholder engagement)
• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP – Architect level)
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Terraform, Kubernetes)
• Experience working within large enterprises or government environments

Why Join This Opportunity

• Play a strategic role in a large-scale enterprise digital transformation program
• High visibility and direct engagement with senior leadership
• Opportunity to define and shape cloud strategy at scale
• Work in a fast-evolving, high-growth market environment
• Long-term, stable engagement based in Riyadh

About Ameera Talent Solutions

Ameera Talent Solutions specializes in executive and technology recruitment across the UK and the Middle East. With a strong focus on trust, integrity, and personalized engagement, the firm connects top-tier talent with forward-thinking organizations, enabling meaningful career growth and impactful hiring outcomes.