Senior Infrastructure Architect- Saudi National- Riyadh, KSA

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical subject matter expert and point of contact for the project

• Collaborate with the project manager to develop and execute the technical implementation plan

• Lead and coordinate the activities of the vendor technical teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the project team, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development

• Identify and mitigate technical risks, proactively addressing any issues that may arise

• Ensure the deployment and configuration of the cloud technologies meet the project's functional and performance requirements

• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architecture, configurations, and procedures

• Support the testing and validation of the implemented solutions, working closely with the project stakeholders

• Facilitate knowledge transfer to the client's IT team, enabling them to effectively manage and maintain the deployed systems.

Requirements

• Strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in cloud technologies, particularly with Red Hat OpenStack, Palo Alto Networks, F5, and IBM Watson Cloud Pak

• Thorough understanding of the local IT landscape and cultural nuances in Iraq to effectively lead technical initiatives and drive successful outcomes

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve complex technical issues

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

• Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams and mentoring junior team members

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator, IBM Certified Solution Architect)

• Experience in the deployment and integration of complex, multi-vendor IT solutions

• Knowledge of the Iraqi IT and business landscape