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CloudJune Technologies LLC

Job Title: Enterprise Architect &ndash; Applications &amp; AI/MLLocation: Abu Dhabi, UAEEmployment Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Enterprise Architect to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Application Architecture, AI/ML solutions, Cloud Platforms, and Modern Development Frameworks. This role requires strategic leadership, hands-on technical proficiency, and experience in driving digital transformation initiatives aligned with TOGAF standards.Required Skills &amp; Experience:* 10+ years of IT experience with at least 5 years in Enterprise/ Solution Architecture.* Strong expertise in Application Architecture and Design Patterns.* Hands-on experience with Java, ReactJS, and Azure Cloud platforms.* Solid understanding and practical exposure to AI/ML frameworks, models, and integration.* Proven experience in defining enterprise architecture using TOGAF methodology.* Strong knowledge of microservices, APIs, and container-based deployments (Docker/Kubernetes).* Experience working in large-scale digital transformation initiatives in enterprise environments.* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred Qualifications:* TOGAF certification (or equivalent) is highly desirable.* Prior experience in banking, government, or large enterprise projects in GCC/UAE is a strong advantage.* Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and automation frameworks.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED30,000.00 - AED35,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Notice Period</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Emirates ID (Required)</li><li>TOGAF Certificate (Required)</li></ul>

Enterprise Architect

Beinex

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Highlights</h3>
<div></div><div><div><div>Experience
</div>6-8 Years
</div><div><div>Joining Date
</div>Immediate or max 30 days&rsquo; Notice Period
</div><div></div><div><div>Qualification
</div>Graduate or Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or any relevant field
</div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description</h3>
<div>We are looking for an Enterprise Data Architect to join our team.
</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Responsibilities</h3>
<ul><ul><li>Architect and deliver enterprise solutions leveraging Azure Cloud services &ndash; including Azure Data Lake, Synapse Analytics, Azure ML, Cognitive Services, Logic Apps, Service Bus, and API Management</li>
<li>Lead enterprise application integration projects &ndash; design and implement APIs, microservices, event-driven architectures, and secure messaging patterns for system interoperability</li>
<li>Define data and AI architectures for advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI model deployment on Azure &ndash; ensuring scalability, security, and compliance</li>
<li>Drive cloud migration of enterprise applications and data platforms &ndash; including assessment, re-platforming, and modernization strategies</li>
<li>Establish integration and data governance frameworks ensuring data security, classification, lineage, and compliance with enterprise policies</li>
<li>Collaborate with business leaders, IT stakeholders, and developers to align technical solutions with strategic objectives and digital transformation initiatives</li>
<li>Provide solution leadership and detailed architecture documentation (HLD/LLD), ensuring adherence to best practices and performance benchmarks</li>
<li>Guide DevOps adoption &ndash; enable CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep), and automated monitoring frameworks for deployed solutions</li>
</ul></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Additional Requirements</h3>
<ul><ul><li>6 to 8 years of proven experience in solution or enterprise architecture roles</li>
<li>Strong expertise in Azure Cloud, with working knowledge of AWS and GCP architectures</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in enterprise application integration, API lifecycle management, microservices, and event-driven architecture</li>
<li>Deep understanding of data engineering, analytics, and AI/ML deployment pipelines across multiple clouds</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS, EKS, GKE)</li>
<li>Familiarity with DevOps/MLOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Deployment Manager)</li>
<li>Knowledge of cloud security, IAM (Azure AD, AWS IAM, Google IAM), compliance standards (GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001)</li>
<li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to bridge business and technology</li></ul></ul></div>
 <div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Perks: Careers at Beinex</h3>
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Comprehensive Health Plans
</div><div>Learning and development
</div><div>Workation and outdoor training
</div><div>Hybrid working environment
</div><div>On-site travel Opportunity
</div><div>Beinex Branded Merchandise</div></div></div>

Enterprise Data Architect

help AG

<div>Help AG is looking for a highly skilled Manager - Solutions Architect (Client) will be based at the client location who will be responsible for leading the Solutions Architecture function, ensuring the design and delivery of cutting-edge IT and cybersecurity solutions that align with customer business needs and organizational strategy. This role requires a blend of strong technical expertise, pre-sales leadership, team management, and customer engagement. The individual will work closely with sales, delivery, and product teams to position the company as a trusted advisor, while driving innovation, scalability, and profitability through solutions architecture. 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Solutions Architects and Pre-Sales Consultants.</li><li>
Define the strategic vision for the Solutions Architecture function and ensure alignment with organizational goals.</li><li>
Establish solution frameworks, reference architectures, and best practices across technology domains (Cloud, Cybersecurity, OT/IT Security, Network &amp; Infrastructure, Applications).</li><li>
Support business growth by aligning technology roadmaps with customer needs and market trends.</li><li>
Build strong relationships with OEMs, vendors, and technology partners to stay updated on new products and innovations.</li></ul><ul><li>
Partner with the sales team to engage with clients, understand business requirements, and design tailored technical solutions.</li><li>
Lead the preparation of proposals, RFP responses, and presentations to senior stakeholders.</li><li>
Oversee Proof-of-Concepts (POCs) and solution demonstrations, ensuring successful validation and customer confidence.</li><li>
Identify opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling solutions across portfolios.</li><li>
Act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, aligning solutions with business outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>
Architect and validate complex, large-scale IT and cybersecurity solutions including cloud-native, hybrid, and on-premises environments.</li><li>
Drive enterprise-level architecture initiatives, ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant solution designs.</li><li>
Collaborate with technical teams to ensure proposed solutions can be delivered successfully and sustainably.</li><li>
Provide technical governance across solution design, ensuring alignment with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, Zero Trust, ISO27001, and IEC 62443 (for OT environments).</li></ul><ul><li>
Establish KPIs and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the Solutions Architect function.</li><li>
Provide oversight during project handover to delivery teams to ensure continuity and success.</li><li>
Support the creation of solution accelerators, reusable templates, and internal knowledge repositories.</li><li>
Continuously assess and improve solution design processes to enhance efficiency and quality.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>
12+ years of progressive experience in IT solutions architecture, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Proven track record of leading pre-sales and solution architecture teams within IT services, consulting, or cybersecurity organizations.</li><li>
Strong experience designing enterprise-grade solutions in one or more of the following areas:<ul><li>
Cybersecurity: SOC, SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, PAM, IAM, Cloud Security.</li><li>
Cloud &amp; Infrastructure: Azure, AWS, GCP, hybrid cloud, data center modernization.</li><li>
Networking &amp; OT/IT Security: Firewalls, OT security, ICS/SCADA, Zero Trust architectures.</li><li>
Applications &amp; Data: Application security, DevSecOps, data protection, analytics.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>
Strong knowledge of architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, SABSA).</li><li>
Familiarity with compliance and regulatory standards: GDPR, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, IEC 62443.</li><li>
Hands-on understanding of cybersecurity tools, enterprise IT systems, and cloud platforms.</li><li>
Excellent understanding of integration between IT, OT, and Cloud technologies.</li></ul><ul><li>
TOGAF, SABSA, or equivalent enterprise architecture certification.</li><li>
Cloud certifications: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Architect.</li><li>
Cybersecurity certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GICSP, or equivalent.</li></ul><ul><li>
Strong leadership and people management skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.</li><li>
Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business audiences.</li><li>
Strategic thinker with a customer-centric and consultative mindset.</li></ul>
Benefits:<ul><li> 
Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.</li><li>
Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.</li><li>
Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.</li><li>
Excellent learning and development opportunities.</li><li>
Annual flight tickets to home country.</li><li>
Inclusive and diverse working environment.</li><li>
Flexible/Hybrid working environment.</li><li>
Open door policy.</li></ul>
About Us:
Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e&amp; enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security solutions and services that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.
Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e&amp; (formerly Etisalat Group) in 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.
Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and maintaining its focus on all aspects of cybersecurity. With best of breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.</div>

Manager - Solution Architect (Client)

<div>Help AG is looking for a highly skilled Senior IT Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in designing, validating, and governing enterprise-grade IT and cybersecurity solutions across cloud, infrastructure, security, networking, and application domains. The role requires working closely with sales teams during pre-sales engagements while also supporting delivery teams post-sales to ensure solutions are implemented successfully, securely, and in alignment with customer business outcomes.
This is a customer-facing and technically hands-on role requiring both strategic consulting skills and deep technical expertise. The Senior Solution Architect acts as a trusted advisor to customers, ensuring long-term success through effective solution architecture, technical governance, and ongoing support. 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Engage with clients to understand business needs, technology requirements, and pain points.</li><li>
Position company solutions effectively, prepare technical proposals, and respond to RFPs.</li><li>
Lead solution demonstrations, workshops, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs).</li><li>
Partner with sales teams to identify cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across IT and security portfolios.</li><li>
Articulate value propositions and align technology solutions with customer business outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>
Architect, validate, and document complex solutions across:<ul><li>
Cloud &amp; Infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP, hybrid cloud, data center modernization)</li><li>
Cybersecurity (SOC, SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, IAM, PAM, Cloud Security)</li><li>
Networking &amp; OT/IT Security (firewalls, Zero Trust, ICS/SCADA security, OT cyber)</li><li>
Applications &amp; Data (application security, DevSecOps, analytics, data protection)</li></ul></li><li>
Establish reference architectures, frameworks, and best practices.</li><li>
Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and compliant with frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS, IEC 62443, GDPR, PCI-DSS).</li></ul><ul><li>
Provide technical oversight and governance during implementation to ensure architecture adherence.</li><li>
Work closely with delivery and implementation teams to resolve technical challenges.</li><li>
Ensure customer success by validating that the delivered solution meets business and technical expectations.</li><li>
Conduct architecture reviews, health checks, and optimization assessments.</li><li>
Act as the customer&rsquo;s advocate within the organization to ensure satisfaction and continuous improvement.</li></ul><ul><li>
Build strong relationships with OEMs, vendors, and technology partners.</li><li>
Stay updated with emerging technologies, market trends, and regulatory changes.</li><li>
Contribute to internal knowledge bases, reusable solution templates, and accelerators.</li><li>
Mentor junior architects and consultants, providing technical and strategic guidance.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.</li><li>
10+ years of progressive IT solution design experience, with at least 3&ndash;5 years in an architecture or senior consulting role.</li><li>
Proven track record in both pre-sales (solution positioning, proposals, PoCs) and post-sales (delivery support, governance, optimization).</li><li>
Strong experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).</li><li>
Hands-on knowledge of cybersecurity, OT/IT security, networking, and application security.</li><li>
Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, SABSA, Zachman).</li><li>
Strong understanding of compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, PCI-DSS, IEC 62443).</li><li>
Enterprise Architecture: TOGAF, SABSA (preferred).</li><li>
Cloud: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Architect.</li><li>
Cybersecurity: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent.</li><li>
Strong consulting and customer engagement skills.</li><li>
Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business stakeholders.</li><li>
Excellent presentation, documentation, and communication skills.</li><li>
Business acumen with a customer-centric mindset.</li><li>
Collaborative, flexible, and proactive.</li></ul>
Benefits:<ul><li> 
Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.</li><li>
Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.</li><li>
Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.</li><li>
Excellent learning and development opportunities.</li><li>
Annual flight tickets to home country.</li><li>
Inclusive and diverse working environment.</li><li>
Flexible/Hybrid working environment.</li><li>
Open door policy.</li></ul>
About Us:
Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e&amp; enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security solutions and services that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.
Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e&amp; (formerly Etisalat Group) in 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.
Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and maintaining its focus on all aspects of cybersecurity. With best of breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.</div>

IT Senior Solution Architect

NorthBay - Pakistan

<div>
 
 Job Title:
 
 Technology Lead &ndash; AI/ML &amp; GenAI
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 12+ Years
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Abu Dhabi, UAE
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-time
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 NorthBay Solutions is seeking an accomplished
 
 Technology Lead
 
 with a strong track record in
 
 Generative AI (GenAI), AI/ML, and enterprise architecture
 
 . This role is ideal for a senior professional who can
 
 design and deliver AI-powered enterprise solutions
 
 , lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovation across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
 
 
 You will be the
 
 technical authority
 
 for GenAI-driven initiatives, ensuring successful delivery of scalable and production-ready AI/ML applications while aligning with enterprise business needs.
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Architect and deliver end-to-end AI/ML and GenAI solutions integrating with existing enterprise systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead a team of 8&ndash;12 engineers across AI/ML, full-stack, and DevOps disciplines in Agile environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive technical decision-making across infrastructure, APIs, microservices, databases, and AI platforms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure successful deployment and scaling of AI solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid architectures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, bridging technical depth with strategic vision.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Technical Expertise Required
 
 
 
 
 Generative AI Leadership (3+ Years) &ndash; PRIMARY
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Expert-level experience with LLMs (LLaMA, Mistral, GPT, etc.), including fine-tuning and deployment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong hands-on work with Agentic AI, multi-agent systems, and RAG implementations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency with vector databases, LangChain, LangGraph, and modern GenAI toolchains.
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in advanced prompt engineering and Chain-of-Thought techniques.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven track record delivering 3+ production-grade GenAI applications.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 AI/ML Foundation (4&ndash;5 Years)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience with Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch for building production ML systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Full lifecycle management of ML models, from development to monitoring in production.
 </li>
 <li>
 Seamless integration of AI/ML models into enterprise-grade applications and platforms.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Enterprise Architecture &amp; Deployment (8+ Years)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong background in full-stack development (MERN stack or equivalent).
 </li>
 <li>
 Deployment expertise across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced Kubernetes skills for orchestration and scaling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Database expertise in SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/DynamoDB).
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to design and manage APIs and microservices (REST, GraphQL).
 </li>
 <li>
 DevOps proficiency with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cloud &amp; Infrastructure
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP with ML/AI services.
 </li>
 <li>
 AWS expertise highly valued: SageMaker, Bedrock, Lambda, API Gateway.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong grasp of hybrid cloud architectures integrating AI/ML workloads.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Proven Delivery
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 7+ enterprise-scale projects successfully delivered in AI/ML and enterprise systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated team leadership experience with measurable outcomes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong focus on delivery excellence, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 (Preferred) Certifications in AWS/Azure/GCP (Solutions Architect, ML Specialty).
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid experience in Agile/Scrum leadership, driving productivity and team performance.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile
 
 
 
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 Priority expertise:
 </li>
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 Generative AI Leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 AI/ML Foundation
 </li>
 <li>
 Enterprise Architecture &amp; Hybrid Deployments
 </li>
 </ul>
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 A strategic leader with hands-on depth, able to innovate, mentor, and deliver at scale.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Technology Lead – GenAI

New York University

<div>Position Summary:

UAE nationals are encouraged to apply 
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Director, IT Solutions Architecture and Engineering reporting to Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Special Advisor to the COO for Strategic Initiatives. 
The Director, IT Solutions Architecture and Engineering leads technology solutions architecture and engineering efforts for NYU Abu Dhabi, focusing on the strategic design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the university's core IT infrastructure services. The Director is responsible for architecting and delivering robust, scalable, secure, and integrated infrastructure and endpoint technology services that support research, teaching, learning, and operations. This includes designing and building comprehensive IT solutions by translating business needs into scalable, secure, and supportable technical systems. Concurrently, the role maintains a strong focus on architecting the necessary data pipelines, computing infrastructure, and foundational frameworks specifically to enable secure and effective AI development and its strategic integration into both new and existing IT solutions across all university functions. 
Reporting to the CIO, the director oversees infrastructure lifecycle planning, engineering execution, and innovation across key services like data centers, networks, classroom technology, AV, cloud platforms, AI enablement and research computing, delivered through centralized and endpoint services. A key accountability is to guarantee all developed solutions have a formal service support model in place; this involves managing the handoff to IT Service Management and IT Operations teams, ensuring solutions are reliably supported and manageable long-term. As part of a global university system, this position also plays a strategic role in aligning locally engineered services with globally provisioned IT systems, ensuring seamless interoperability while addressing unique local needs. 
Key Responsibilities: 
Lead IT Solution Design, Engineering &amp; Delivery<ul><li>
This is the core activity of the role, encompassing the entire process from identifying needs to delivering functional technology. It involves understanding what different university departments require from technology, then translating those needs into clear technical requirements and comprehensive solution designs. The Director leads the engineering and implementation of these solutions, overseeing the creation of robust, scalable, and secure IT systems, including networks, data centers, classroom tools, AV, cloud services, endpoint devices, etc.. This ensures all technology directly supports and enhances the university's academic, research, and operational goals</li></ul>
Manage Infrastructure Lifecycle &amp; Drive Innovation<ul><li>
This responsibility covers managing the entire lifespan of the university's core IT infrastructure and architectures, including overseeing significant capital and lifecycle projects, from planning for new technologies to replacing old ones, and actively introducing innovative solutions. It means forecasting future needs, evaluating new products, and leading initiatives to keep the university's technology modern and competitive. The goal is to ensure the university always has the best tools to adapt and thrive</li></ul>
Architect &amp; Enable AI Capabilities<ul><li>
This duty involves designing the underlying technology foundations specifically for Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the university's systems. This includes architecting the necessary data pipelines, computing infrastructure, and foundational frameworks. The aim is to enable secure and effective AI development and its strategic integration into new and existing IT solutions across all university functions</li></ul>
Align Local IT with Global University Systems<ul><li>
This duty ensures that IT systems used at NYU Abu Dhabi work seamlessly with the larger global IT systems provided by NYU. It involves collaborating with central NYU IT teams, sharing local needs, and ensuring compatibility and interoperability between local and global systems. The purpose is to provide a unified and consistent technology experience across the entire global university network</li></ul>
Ensure Service Support &amp; Operational Readiness<ul><li>
This duty is about guaranteeing that every new IT solution developed has a clear, formal plan for ongoing support once it's built. It involves creating formal service support models and working closely with the IT Service Management and IT Operations teams to transfer knowledge and documentation. The aim is to ensure all solutions remain stable and perform well, providing uninterrupted service</li></ul>
Departmental Leadership &amp; Resource Management<ul><li>
This responsibility covers leading and managing the IT Architecture and Engineering department itself, overseeing its people, budget, and internal operations. This includes recruiting, developing, and mentoring a high-performing team. The purpose is to build and sustain a capable, efficient, and well-resourced department that consistently delivers on its strategic technical objectives and fosters a culture of excellence</li></ul>
Qualifications:

Required Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or diploma in a related field or 25+ years of relevant industry experience</li></ul>
Preferred Education:<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related technical discipline</li></ul>
Required Experience:<ul><li>
10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure architecture, systems integration, software engineering, or infrastructure design, with a significant portion focused on solutions service delivery within large scale enterprise or academic environments</li><li>
5+ years of experience in a senior leadership or directorial role, managing multidisciplinary technical teams, with direct accountability for infrastructure planning, project delivery, and support strategy</li><li>
Extensive experience with designing, implementing, and managing core IT infrastructure services including , data networks, data centers, cloud integrated platforms (IaaS/PaaS), unified communications, audio visual and endpoint devices and enterprise systems</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership in lifecycle refresh projects, capital planning, and the delivery of high-value infrastructure new build and upgrades across diverse organisational areas</li><li>
Extensive experience in asset lifecycle management, including the development and execution of long-term refresh strategies, capital planning, and the implementation of structured asset tracking systems and workflows</li><li>
Proven experience in manufacturer and vendor management, managing and negotiating contracts, leading procurement strategies and workflows for complex technical systems</li><li>
Extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of high-impact IT solutions</li><li>
Proven track record of overseeing large-scale solution deployments, including vendor engagement, contract negotiation, and technical handover into operational support frameworks</li><li>
Deep understanding of service transition planning, ITSM processes, and operational readiness across infrastructure and end-user technology domains</li><li>
Ability to translate institutional goals into practical technology roadmaps and service-aligned solutions that meet operational needs</li><li>
Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies, with practical experience applying these to large-scale, IT, AV and hybrid infrastructure systems</li><li>
Profound understanding of scalable, secure, and resilient system design principles and integration methodologies</li><li>
Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms and hybrid infrastructure strategies, with experience integrating IT systems into broader cloud-based service ecosystems</li><li>
Comprehensive understanding of networking, cybersecurity principles, and data governance best practices</li><li>
Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle planning and asset management methodologies, with experience implementing structured frameworks for tracking, forecasting, and optimising the utilisation and replacement of technology assets across large-scale environments</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to translate complex business and functional requirements into robust technical specifications, infrastructure and architectural designs</li><li>
Exceptional leadership, team-building, and mentorship skills, with a track record of developing high-performing technical support and engineering talent</li><li>
Superior communication and presentation skills, adept at articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executive leadership, project and non-technical stakeholders</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex technical challenges, drive consensus and make informed strategic decisions in evolving institutional environments</li><li>
In-depth knowledge and practical understanding of service management frameworks, with a focus on embedding support models into infrastructure deployments to ensure efficient, sustainable operations and measurable service performance</li></ul>
Preferred Experience:<ul><li>
Relevant professional certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert)</li><li>
Certifications in IT Service Management (e.g., ITIL Expert) or Project Management (e.g., PMP)</li><li>
Certification or demonstrable expertise in AI/ML solution design or architecture</li><li>
Knowledge of higher education specific IT challenges and opportunities, particularly in supporting research, teaching, hybrid learning, and large-scale event environments</li><li>
Familiarity with research computing environments and requirements</li><li>
Understanding of DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles, with a focus on operationalising and maintaining resilient infrastructure and systems</li><li>
Experience developing in-house platforms for management, data reporting, and support workflow optimisation, aligned with service management frameworks</li><li>
Ability to bridge technical and operational domains by translating institutional goals into sustainable, scalable infrastructure strategies</li><li>
Ability to influence strategic direction and drive consensus across diverse technical and non-technical teams, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and service delivery goals</li><li>
A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to solve institutional challenges</li><li>
Skilled in leading cross-functional initiatives involving infrastructure planning, user experience design, procurement, and policy development in complex institutional settings</li><li>
Strong ability to balance innovation with operational sustainability, ensuring new architecture and systems are supportable, cost-effective, and deliver measurable long-term value</li><li>
Committed to continuous improvement through strategic planning, team development, and the application of practical, technology-driven solutions that streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and support institutional excellence</li></ul>
Additional Information:

About NYUAD 
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</div><div></div>

Director, IT Solutions Architecture and Engineering – Information Technology

NorthBay Solutions

<div>Job Title: Technology Lead &ndash; AI/ML &amp; GenAI 
Experience: 12+ Years 
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE 
Employment Type: Full-time<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
About the Role</h3>
NorthBay Solutions is seeking an accomplished Technology Lead with a strong track record in Generative AI (GenAI), AI/ML, and enterprise architecture. This role is ideal for a senior professional who can design and deliver AI-powered enterprise solutions, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovation across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
You will be the technical authority for GenAI-driven initiatives, ensuring successful delivery of scalable and production-ready AI/ML applications while aligning with enterprise business needs.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Core Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>
Architect and deliver end-to-end AI/ML and GenAI solutions integrating with existing enterprise systems.</li><li>
Lead a team of 8&ndash;12 engineers across AI/ML, full-stack, and DevOps disciplines in Agile environments.</li><li>
Drive technical decision-making across infrastructure, APIs, microservices, databases, and AI platforms.</li><li>
Ensure successful deployment and scaling of AI solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid architectures.</li><li>
Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, bridging technical depth with strategic vision.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Technical Expertise Required</h3><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Generative AI Leadership (3+ Years) &ndash; PRIMARY</h4><ul><li>
Expert-level experience with LLMs (LLaMA, Mistral, GPT, etc.), including fine-tuning and deployment.</li><li>
Strong hands-on work with Agentic AI, multi-agent systems, and RAG implementations.</li><li>
Proficiency with vector databases, LangChain, LangGraph, and modern GenAI toolchains.</li><li>
Expertise in advanced prompt engineering and Chain-of-Thought techniques.</li><li>
Proven track record delivering 3+ production-grade GenAI applications.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
AI/ML Foundation (4&ndash;5 Years)</h4><ul><li>
Hands-on experience with Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch for building production ML systems.</li><li>
Full lifecycle management of ML models, from development to monitoring in production.</li><li>
Seamless integration of AI/ML models into enterprise-grade applications and platforms.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Enterprise Architecture &amp; Deployment (8+ Years)</h4><ul><li>
Strong background in full-stack development (MERN stack or equivalent).</li><li>
Deployment expertise across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.</li><li>
Advanced Kubernetes skills for orchestration and scaling.</li><li>
Database expertise in SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/DynamoDB).</li><li>
Proven ability to design and manage APIs and microservices (REST, GraphQL).</li><li>
DevOps proficiency with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Cloud &amp; Infrastructure</h4><ul><li>
Deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP with ML/AI services.</li><li>
AWS expertise highly valued: SageMaker, Bedrock, Lambda, API Gateway.</li><li>
Strong grasp of hybrid cloud architectures integrating AI/ML workloads.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Proven Delivery</h3><ul><li>
7+ enterprise-scale projects successfully delivered in AI/ML and enterprise systems.</li><li>
Demonstrated team leadership experience with measurable outcomes.</li><li>
Strong focus on delivery excellence, scalability, and long-term maintainability.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Requirements</h3><ul><li>
(Preferred) Certifications in AWS/Azure/GCP (Solutions Architect, ML Specialty).</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Solid experience in Agile/Scrum leadership, driving productivity and team performance.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Ideal Candidate Profile</h3><ul><li>
Priority expertise:<ul><li>
Generative AI Leadership</li><li>
AI/ML Foundation</li><li>
Enterprise Architecture &amp; Hybrid Deployments</li></ul></li><li>
A strategic leader with hands-on depth, able to innovate, mentor, and deliver at scale.</li></ul>
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