📍 Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
🗂 Job Category
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Information Technology (IT) & Software
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Engineering & Technical
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Telecommunications
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Government & Public Sector
🧾 Job Overview
A leading organization is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Architect to join its client team in Riyadh. This strategic role focuses on designing and managing secure, scalable, and highly available enterprise cloud solutions that drive digital transformation and business objectives.
The Senior Cloud Architect will lead enterprise cloud strategy initiatives, develop architectural frameworks, and oversee solution design across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. The role requires deep expertise in hyperscaler platforms and modern distributed application architectures.
This opportunity offers strong long-term career growth within Saudi Arabia’s expanding digital infrastructure sector. Professionals in this role can further enhance their credentials through cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP), enterprise architecture training, and advanced professional development programs aligned with Vision 2030 digital initiatives.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
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Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud architectures
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Develop enterprise cloud strategy aligned with business objectives
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Lead solution design across multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments
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Ensure compliance with architectural best practices and governance standards
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Architect multi-tiered distributed applications
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Evaluate and implement hyperscaler solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP)
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Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams
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Optimize performance, cost efficiency, and cloud security posture
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Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
🎓 Requirements & Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
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Minimum 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture and enterprise solution design
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Proven expertise in multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments
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Strong hands-on experience with hyperscalers such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
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Deep understanding of cloud security, governance, and architectural frameworks
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Experience with distributed systems and multi-tiered applications
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Knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps)
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Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder communication skills
Preferred Certifications:
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional)
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Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
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Google Professional Cloud Architect
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TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification
💼 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
Average Market Salary (Estimated):
SAR 35,000 – SAR 50,000 per month
(Based on Senior Cloud Architect role in Riyadh with 8+ years of experience)
Compensation Type: Monthly Salary (Full-Time Employment)
Benefits & Professional Development
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Competitive compensation aligned with senior-level cloud expertise
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Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformation programs
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Opportunities for advanced cloud certification and training
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Career growth toward Principal Architect, Cloud Practice Lead, or Chief Cloud Architect roles
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Participation in mission-critical infrastructure modernization initiatives
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Professional development in governance, DevOps, and security frameworks
This position offers strong long-term career progression in enterprise cloud architecture and digital transformation leadership.
📝 Application Process
🔗 Application Process (Website):
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Referred by: Rashid Naseem – Recrenza