Technical Azure architect

Abu Dhabi Tax Free29 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
​Senior Azure Technical Architect - Leading Cloud and AI Consultancy Location: Abu Dhabi, open to relocation | Type: Permanent, Full-Time 🚀 About the Role We’re looking for a seasoned Azure Technical Architect to design and deliver large-scale, enterprise-grade Azure solutions. In this role, you’ll help transform clients’ cloud environments, modernize workloads, and architect AI/HPC platforms using cutting-edge technologies. What You’ll Do • Architect secure, scalable, and resilient Azure infrastructures • Lead cloud modernization efforts, including migrations and microservices transformations • Translate business requirements into technical blueprints • Develop migration strategies for enterprise workloads • Ensure service reliability using Azure Monitor, Service Health, and cost-optimization tools • Design and optimize AI / HPC workloads on GPU and accelerator platforms • Provide architectural governance; enforce cloud best practices & compliance • Mentor engineering teams and oversee architecture reviews What You Bring • 12+ years of IT experience, with at least 5+ years in Azure architecture • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (required) • Deep hands-on experience with Azure services: VMs, VNets, ExpressRoute, App Gateway, AKS, etc. • Strong knowledge of networking (Cisco, Palo Alto), identity & security (Azure AD, Key Vault, Defender) • Experience with storage, compute (App Services, Service Fabric), and automation tools (Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell) • Proven track record with AI/ML workloads & accelerator-based compute • Excellent leadership, communication, and architectural governance skills Why This Opportunity Is Exciting You’ll work with a top-tier cloud consultancy that’s driving high-performance AI and infrastructure transformation. Your work will impact mission-critical systems and help enterprise clients leverage bleeding-edge Azure capabilities. What’s In It for You Competitive salary + performance-based bonus Premium health & life insurance Learning & development opportunities, globally-accessible platforms Collaborative, high-performance culture ​ Ready to Take the Next Step? If you fit the bill apply today as our client is scheduling interviews immediately!