Senior Manager – Cloud Infrastructure Architect

About the role

PwC Middle East is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the design, provisioning, and operation of its secure Azure cloud infrastructure. You will work within the AI Centre of Excellence, shaping strategy and standards while collaborating closely with solution architects and engineering teams.

Key responsibilities

• Define strategy, standards, and reference architectures for Azure landing zones, hub‑and‑spoke topologies, and Well‑Architected patterns.
• Drive adoption of these architectures across multiple service lines.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews for infrastructure engineers and fellow architects.
• Design secure, scalable, and cost‑efficient Azure solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Stay hands‑on throughout project delivery, ensuring high‑quality implementation.

Required profile

• Proven experience in cloud infrastructure architecture, preferably within large professional services or consulting environments.
• Strong background in Azure cloud services and enterprise‑scale design.
• Ability to lead technical teams and influence cross‑functional stakeholders.

Required skills

• Microsoft Azure
• Azure landing zones
• Hub‑and‑spoke topology
• Well‑Architected Framework
• AI/ML integration concepts (LLM, RAG stacks)