Infrastructure Architect

Overview

As a Infrastructure Solution Architect you will be responsible to designs and implements Azure and OpenShift solutions for scalable, secure, resilient cloud environments; Develop, implement, and optimize Azure OpenAI deployment strategies to enhance workload performance and security within enterprise solutions.

The opportunity

Inception is the UAE’s national-scale enabler in AI Research and Development. Partnering with Microsoft's AI SaaS, we offer domain-specific Agentic AI Orchestrator platforms utilizing reasoning agents for precise and cost-effective services. Our focus includes AI incubation, IP creation, applied AI R&D, and AI investment products. By creating models tailored to specific domains and languages, we ensure superior accuracy and efficiency. Collaborating with top universities and industry giants to drive significant advancements in AI technology within the region.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Azure solutions tailored to business needs, integrating OpenShift, Azure OpenAI, and other cloud-native platforms for scalability and interoperability.
• Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery readiness for cloud environments, minimizing RTO and RPO for critical workloads, including web apps and AKS.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize Azure resources for performance, cost efficiency, and scalability using automation, governance, and best practices.
• Implement and enforce security best practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management across cloud and hybrid environments, including centralized identity and access management.
• Work closely with development, DevOps, and security teams to integrate cloud solutions, support CI/CD pipelines, and align infrastructure with business objectives.
• Lead and support the migration of on-premises systems to Azure, providing technical guidance and best practices throughout the process.
• Develop, test, and maintain robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans, focusing on backup, recovery, and minimizing downtime for critical applications.
• Utilize IT service management tools (ServiceNow, Jira, Sentinel) for automation, incident management, and security operations, ensuring efficient workflows and compliance.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure designs, operational procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, automation, and operational excellence.
• Communicate technical solutions and strategies to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Strong expertise in Agile, Scrum, ITIL processes, and international standards is essential.
• Candidates must be ready to roll up their sleeves and script solutions, especially during critical incidents.
• Daily responsibilities at an AI startup like Inception include frequent automation and scripting tasks.
• The ability to bring clarity to complex or ambiguous requirements and to guide diverse stakeholders toward effective solutions is required.
• Experience in leading organizations through readiness for international certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR is expected.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Azure Architect, with a focus on infrastructure design, implementation, and migration.
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert preferred., TOGAF (preferred), CKS,
• Strong understanding of networking, virtualization, storage, Azure Open AI and containerization (OpenShift, Kubernetes) in Azure environments.
• Experience with automation tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, and Ansible.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in solutioning and architecture
  
  

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. Bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the AI space is at the heart of the Inception community.

What working at Inception offers

Culture: An open, diverse and inclusive environment with a global vision that encourages personal growth and focuses on ground-breaking, industry-first innovations.

Career: Outstanding learning, development & growth opportunities via structured training programs and innovative, high-tech projects.

Work-Life: A hybrid work policy to strike the perfect balance between office and home.

Rewards: A competitive remuneration package with a host of perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits and more.

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