Platform Operations Leader: Cloud, AIOps & Performance

Ad Talent; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company is seeking a Head of Platform Operations to develop and implement strategies for platform operations. This role involves overseeing hybrid and multi-cloud environments, leading application operations, and driving AIOps practices. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of IT operations experience, particularly in senior leadership roles, with expertise in cloud technologies and a strong focus on governance and compliance. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in IT operations, including 5+ in senior leadership.
• Expertise in infrastructure, cloud, and PaaS technologies.
• Strong experience in ITSM, AIOps, and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Platform Operations strategy.
• Oversee hybrid and multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Lead end-to-end application operations and performance management.

Skills

IT operations management

Cloud technologies

AIOps practices

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Job description

A leading technology services company is seeking a Head of Platform Operations to develop and implement strategies for platform operations. This role involves overseeing hybrid and multi-cloud environments, leading application operations, and driving AIOps practices. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of IT operations experience, particularly in senior leadership roles, with expertise in cloud technologies and a strong focus on governance and compliance. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.