Y Combinator Senior Infrastructure Architect- Saudi National- Riyadh, KSA
Summary
Senior Infrastructure Architect acting as technical SME for a cloud deployment project in Riyadh, leading vendor teams around Red Hat OpenStack, Palo Alto Networks, F5, and IBM Watson Cloud Pak while driving implementation, documentation, and knowledge transfer.
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
As published by workable
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- Preference will be given to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for Saudization in accordance with local labor laws. Are you Saudi? yes / no
- What is your current notice period? ( weeks ) written answer
- What is your expected salary in SAR?