Manager - Platform Technology

About the Job
The Manager - Platform Technology is responsible for leading a team of systems engineers and systems architects dedicated to building cloud and high-performance computing (HPC) solutions. This position requires a strong technical background in technology engineering, alongside excellent leadership and communication skills to manage a diverse team of experts. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker capable of driving innovation and ensuring the successful implementation of cutting-edge solutions.

Core42 operates as the UAE’s national-scale enabler for cloud and generative AI, combining G42 Group’s expertise across multiple technology disciplines into a single platform for public sector and large enterprise transformations. Building on its capabilities as a sovereign cloud and HPC specialist, Core42 brings generative AI, cybersecurity, and professional and managed services expertise to enable national-scale program deployments across industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of technical experts, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Leverage a strong technical background and experience to lead complex projects, make critical technical decisions, and align the team with department objectives and strategic goals.
• Ensure high quality of technical solutions and documentation produced by the team.
• Establish collaboration frameworks with external vendors and partners for high-quality delivery.
• Work closely with product, program management, security, and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of platforms and features.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, reporting on progress and integrating feedback.
• Develop and execute a strategy for platform technology that aligns with organizational objectives and promotes efficient delivery cycles.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing processes to enhance speed, efficiency, and quality.
• Participate in internal forums, providing insights and recommendations to align with organizational technology goals and standards.
• Establish metrics to measure the success and quality of solutions, drive improvement initiatives, and regularly report on progress to senior management.
• Advocate for IT service management (ITSM) best practices within the Platform Technology team.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines defined by the division/department, including HR, legal, security, compliance, risk, and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, software engineering, or a related technology field.
• Proven experience in managing and leading engineering teams.
• Over three years in a managerial role overseeing a team of 7 or more members with demonstrated successful team delivery.
• Strong technical background with over ten years in a technical role within operations, engineering, or architecture in mission-critical production environments.
• Ability to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of systems and network infrastructure engineering principles for cloud and/or HPC.
• Ability to prioritize a diverse and challenging workload in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with building monitoring, observability, and incident response capabilities.
• Strong understanding of organizational processes and experience in implementing new procedures.
• Capability to synchronize strategies and achieve consensus across different organizational departments.
• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and cultivate a positive team culture.
• Solid understanding of security standards and best practices, with a proven track record of compliance certifications implementation.

What We Look For
If you are a performance-driven, inquisitive mind with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, you will fit right in. You should be eager to explore opportunities to build meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and aspire to create unique customer-centric solutions. A bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the AI space is at the heart of the Core42 community.

What Working At Core42 Offers

• Culture: An open, diverse, and inclusive environment with a global vision that encourages personal growth and focuses on groundbreaking, industry-first innovations.
• Career: Outstanding learning, development, and growth opportunities via structured training programs and innovative, high-tech projects.
• Work-Life: A hybrid work policy to balance office and home.
• Rewards: A competitive remuneration package with perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits, and more.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please apply as soon as possible.