Solutions Architect

Job Description

Job Title: Solutions Architect

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Company: AI71

About Us:

AI71 is an applied research team dedicated to advancing cloud-based AI solutions for knowledge workers. Partnering closely with industry leaders, our cross-functional teams of AI experts deliver innovative products based on the cutting-edge research at the Technology Innovation Institute (TII).

Our mission is to enhance the practical applications of cloud technologies, enabling businesses to harness the power of AI and cloud infrastructure. As we continue to push boundaries in this space, we are seeking a talented mid/senior-level Solutions Architect to design and deliver cloud-centric solutions leveraging AWS and Microsoft Azure.

Position Overview:

As a Solutions Architect focusing on cloud architecture with expertise in AWS and Microsoft Azure, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions for AI-driven projects. You will work closely with product teams, engineers, and cloud specialists to deliver architecture strategies that optimize the deployment of AI solutions. Your technical expertise in cloud platforms will ensure that the solutions we deliver are efficient, reliable, and tailored to client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Cloud Solution Design & Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of cloud-based solutions, focusing on AWS and Microsoft Azure for AI and machine learning workloads. Ensure cloud solutions are scalable, cost-efficient, and optimized for high-performance AI applications.
- Client Collaboration & Requirements Gathering: Work closely with clients to understand their business goals and technical challenges, translating these into actionable cloud architecture solutions. Guide clients in integrating AWS and Azure services into their cloud infrastructure and AI workflows.
- Cloud Platform Expertise: Bring deep technical knowledge of AWS and Microsoft Azure, particularly services like EC2, Lambda, S3, Azure Functions, and Azure AI. Leverage cloud-native tools to design solutions that are secure, performant, and reliable.
- Cloud Infrastructure Optimization: Provide expert guidance on cloud architecture best practices, including infrastructure design, resource optimization, cost management, and performance tuning. Ensure AI solutions are deployed efficiently on the cloud platforms.
- End-to-End Project Leadership: Own the delivery of cloud-based AI solutions, managing projects from inception through to deployment. Ensure the timely and high-quality execution of cloud architecture projects while maintaining client alignment.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with AI researchers, data scientists, and cloud engineers to ensure a seamless integration of AI models into cloud environments. Work with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, scalable solutions.
- Proof of Concepts & Demos: Design and deliver cloud-based proof-of-concept solutions and demos, showcasing the potential of AWS and Microsoft Azure in solving business challenges through AI integration.
- Innovation & Research: Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in cloud technologies, particularly AWS and Microsoft Azure. Work with research teams to integrate the latest cloud innovations into practical client solutions.
- Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Provide detailed documentation on cloud architecture designs, best practices, and deployment strategies. Contribute to knowledge sharing across teams, helping foster continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cloud Computing, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a strong focus on AWS and Microsoft Azure.
- Hands-on experience deploying cloud-native solutions, including AI/ML workloads, on AWS and Azure platforms.
- Proficiency in designing cloud architectures using AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, etc.) and Microsoft Azure (Azure Functions, Azure AI, etc.).
- Experience in integrating cloud services for machine learning, data storage, security, and networking.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles, including high availability, disaster recovery, and security best practices.
- Expertise in cost management and performance optimization in AWS and Azure environments.
- Proficiency in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex cloud architecture concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong ability to work in cross-functional teams, with a focus on delivering business-oriented, cloud-based solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
- Experience with containerized workloads and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in the cloud.
- Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and integrating them into cloud environments.
- Familiarity with cloud security practices, compliance, and governance.
- Experience with multi-cloud strategies or hybrid cloud solutions.

Why Join Us:

- Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of cloud and AI innovation, leveraging AWS and Microsoft Azure to build impactful solutions.
- Work on high-impact projects that transform industries and empower knowledge workers globally.
- Competitive salary and benefits, including flexible work arrangements.
- Access to continuous professional development opportunities, cloud certifications, and industry conferences.
- A dynamic, inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and growth.

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