About the Job: Valtech is a global business transformation agency that focuses on innovation with technology at its core. Our Data & AI service line is rapidly expanding in the MENA region as part of our 2025-2026 go-to-market strategy. Leveraging our strong partnership with Google Cloud, we deliver cutting-edge data-driven solutions that enable businesses to make smarter decisions, automate operations, and unlock the full potential of AI. We are seeking a Google Cloud Architect – Data & AI to join our growing team in Dubai. This role is crucial in designing, developing, and optimizing AI-powered data platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The position involves close collaboration with Google’s customer engineering team and encompasses a strong pre-sales focus. Key Responsibilities: - Business Development and Pre-Sales - Engage in pre-sales activities, including client workshops and technical demos. - Partner with Google Cloud’s engineering teams for solution development and support. - Act as a thought leader and liaison with Google for technical enablement and resources. - Strategy and Technical Leadership - Lead the architecture and implementation of Data & AI solutions on GCP. - Define best practices for data architecture and AI model deployment. - Provide expertise in data governance, security, and compliance. - Develop data pipelines, MLOps workflows, and analytics architectures. - Client Engagement and Project Delivery - Understand business challenges to translate them into data-driven solutions. - Manage relationships with stakeholders to deliver high-impact projects. - Ensure successful implementation and adoption of Data & AI solutions. Required Skills & Experience: - 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture with a focus on Data & AI solutions on GCP. - Proven expertise in tools like BigQuery, Vertex AI, and Looker. - Strong understanding of Google Cloud’s AI solutions. - Experience in machine learning model deployment and data engineering best practices. - Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Terraform for cloud automation. - Strong stakeholder management and experience in pre-sales activities. - Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment. If you are passionate about data, AI, and cloud solutions and want to be part of a dynamic team driving innovation across the MENA region, we encourage you to apply!
