About the Job
PwC Middle East is seeking a Cloud Architecture Manager based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial for leveraging cloud technologies to assist clients in improving their business operations. The candidate will be instrumental in understanding clients' current business and technology capabilities, evaluating technology environments, and conducting comprehensive assessments to uncover opportunities for operational advancements.
The role demands a deep understanding of Cloud Strategic Planning, Cloud Design, Cloud Adoption & Migration, IT Infrastructure, Data Centers, Disaster Recovery, and Project Management. Key responsibilities include:
- Understanding and assessing clients’ current business capabilities and IT infrastructure.
- Conducting cloud maturity assessments and identifying future opportunities for technology interventions.
- Developing a cloud adoption strategy, operating model, and migration roadmap.
- Creating solution designs and architectures for Hybrid, Private, and Public cloud environments in collaboration with security teams.
- Engaging with clients during meetings, responding to inquiries, and leading delivery engagements.
- Contributing to firm development through mentorship, training, and thought leadership initiatives.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Undertake an end-to-end assessment of current IT Infrastructure and Cloud technology stacks, identifying gaps for improvement.
- Facilitate workshops with diverse stakeholders to ensure consensus on technology solutions.
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of Cloud services.
- Manage project activities including scheduling, issue tracking, and service-level agreement monitoring.
Qualifications
- Graduation in BE/B. Tech/MCA or equivalent. Post-Graduation in MBA/PGDM is desirable.
- Certifications such as Cloud Architect Certification from AWS/Azure/Google or IT Infrastructure certification from leading OEMs are advantageous.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in a Big 4 or Management Consulting firm with extensive experience in cloud computing technologies and infrastructure components.
- Experience in delivering large-scale projects and collaborating with client technology teams.
Personality Traits
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of dealing with complex assignments independently.
- A systematic and structured approach to problem-solving with a focus on driving improvement and finding root causes.
- A team player with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members from diverse backgrounds.
- Proactive in managing project efforts and committed to delivering high-quality results even under tight deadlines.
This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the willingness to tackle multiple projects while maintaining a clear focus on client needs and expectations.
