17 Azure Cloud jobs in Ireland

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered on digital, engineering and cloud, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of $13+ billion.

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer design and implementation of a number of cloud solutions on our Data Analytics Platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecting cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on automation, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures on our Azure Data Analytics Platform.
• Lead the development and deployment of scalable and secure cloud solutions for a number of uses cases described above.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain platform design and technical documentation.
• Advocate for best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and automation.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with organizational goals and comply with security and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams to adopt cloud-native best practices and technologies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to Databricks, Azure App Services and Azure AI services.
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, particularly with Azure DevOps.
• Solid understanding of cloud security, networking, and governance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

Azure Cloud Engineer Permanent, Dublin

Role and Responsibilities

• Commercial Azure, Cloud Infrastructure experience
• IAAS
• Migration of on prem applications and infrastructure to Azure platform as a service.
• Design and implementation
• Strong PowerShell Scripting experience

What you need:

• 5 years experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer. Experience in on-premises to cloud migrations
• Deployments
• Commercial Azure experience is essential.
• Powershell Scripting is essential.
• Migration On Prem to Azure, VM – IAAS VM
• Experience of Migrations of On Prem to Cloud (Applications and infrastructure)
• Deployments.
• Experience in Web Based Multi Tier (Web/ Apps / Database ) infrastructure deployments.
• Working in an Azure Cloud Environment is essential.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Azure Certification would be an advantage
• There will be an on – call aspect to the role. 7 nights with a 6 week cycle after the probationary period with days in lieu and with on call allowances.
• Candidates must have worked for a minimum of 5 years
• Candidates must be an EU or UK Citizen , or have a Stamp 4 or Stamp 1G Spousal Visa

What's on offer:

• A fantastic career opportunity.
• Excellent salary to €70k - €85k depending on experience.
• Excellent benefits including contributory pension, health care package (after probationary period )
• City Centre Location.

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If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our IT Resourcers please forward your CV (in Word please ) to Vantage Resources or contact
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or for a confidential discussion. Vantage Resources will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval. Candidates need to be eligible to work in Ireland and have worked commercially here for at least 2 years.

Vantage Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation's culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered on digital, engineering and cloud, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of $13+ billion.

Title:

Azure Cloud Native Architect

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Native Architect to lead the design and implementation of a number of cloud solutions on our Data Analytics Platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecting cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on automation, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures on our Azure Data Analytics Platform.
• Lead the development and deployment of scalable and secure cloud solutions for a number of uses cases described above.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain platform design and technical documentation.
• Advocate for best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and automation.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with organizational goals and comply with security and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams to adopt cloud-native best practices and technologies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to Databricks, Azure App Services and Azure AI services.
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, particularly with Azure DevOps.
• Solid understanding of cloud security, networking, and governance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

About Us:

At Dabster, we specialize in connecting exceptional talent with leading global companies. We are currently seeking an
Azure Cloud Native Architect
to join our client's dynamic team in
Dublin, Ireland
. Backed by one of the world's leading financial service providers, our client is shaping the future of digital retail banking with innovative products and services.

Who You Will Work With:

Our client is a globally recognized technology company delivering IT services, consulting, and business solutions. They partner with leading organizations worldwide to drive digital transformation, leveraging innovation and deep industry expertise to solve complex business challenge.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Native Architect to lead the design and implementation of a number of cloud solutions on our Data Analytics Platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecting cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on automation, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures on our Azure Data Analytics Platform.
• Lead the development and deployment of scalable and secure cloud solutions for a number of uses cases described above.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain platform design and technical documentation.
• Advocate for best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and automation.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with organizational goals and comply with security and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams to adopt cloud-native best practices and technologies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to Databricks, Azure App Services and Azure AI services.
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, particularly with Azure DevOps.
• Solid understanding of cloud security, networking, and governance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

How to Apply

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Job description

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Native Architect to lead the design and implementation of a number of cloud solutions on our Data Analytics Platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecting cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on automation, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Azure and (Terraform or Data-Bricks)(Must)

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures on our Azure Data Analytics Platform.
• Lead the development and deployment of scalable and secure cloud solutions for a number of uses cases described above.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain platform design and technical documentation.
• Advocate for best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and automation.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with organizational goals and comply with security and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams to adopt cloud-native best practices and technologies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud architecture.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to Databricks, Azure App Services and Azure AI services.
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, particularly with Azure DevOps.
• Solid understanding of cloud security, networking, and governance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

• This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.
• 12 month fixed term contract.

The Cloud Operations Engineer (Contractor) is responsible for the support of complex Cloud solutions across Azure/AWS/GCP. Typical day-to-day workload would focus on the support and creation of Cloud resources, capacity management, service right sizing, financial governance such as reservations, monitoring, and request fulfillment. An ideal candidate will have background experience related to Cloud engineering or support, with experience in creating and updating infrastructure as code templates.

This role is responsible for the operational support of Cloud platforms notably Azure across all SMBCGroup Company entities in the Americas and EMEA Division This role requires experience of Microsoft Azure operations engineering.

• Finding and improving operational efficiencies to best suit Cloud resource delivery access management and security implementations
• Support of production workloads within a multiCloud environment including but not limited to monitoring patching backup and restoration of Cloud resources
• Delivery of Cloud infrastructure for partner solutions
• Creation and support of automation and infrastructure as code solutions for resource creation and policy leveraging PowerShellAzure DevOps Ansible and other approved corporate automation and orchestration platforms
• Sound familiarity and experience in debugging of databricks notebooks general compute sql warehouses and troubleshooting datafactory pipeline workflow
• Prior experience working with version control tools such as Github Azure DevOps including repository management pipeline as code and sdlc workflows
• Basic understanding debugging experience when it comes to application infrastructure databases networking and dns
• Familiarity with data analytics tools such as databricks and datafactory
• Experience with deployment data analytics infrastructure to basic onboarding debugging pipelines and core features such unity catolog linked services notebook management
• Work with internal teams and vendors on the integration of a diverse set of systems into the central ITSMITOM platform ServiceNow
• Assist with migrations to cloud ensuring best practices are followed and architecture is compliant with company standards
• Participate in the implementation of monitoring systems for event monitoring alerting and metrics
• Discover opportunities and help facilitate a mechanism to change evolve improve and simplify the infrastructure and supporting processes procedures
• Directly interface with support teams across all disciplines to facilitate a closer relationship for collaborative implementations and knowledge sharing
• Ensure handover of new updated systems documentation to team providing 24x7x365 support

Proficiency in Cloud services related to one or more Cloud providers including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS.

• Experience with infrastructure as code development and iteration in either Terraform/ARM/Bicep/CloudFormation.
• Hands on operational experience and knowledge with Azure or AWS.
• Experience with monitoring and log aggregation tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Splunk, ELK, etc.
• Fundamental understanding of public vs private networking in the Cloud.
• Sound knowledge on Git merging and branching strategies.
• Ability to execute proof of concepts and deploy complex solutions.
• Understanding of typical SDLC processes, workflow as pertaining to infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of Atlassian Suite (Jira/Confluence) is a plus.
• Strong PowerShell or other scripting experience, especially with the goal of automation.
• Prior experience working with configuration management tools (Ansible preferred) and infrastructure-as-code tools (HashiCorp Terraform).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate requirements, concepts and ideas to business and technology partners.
• Strong technical ability for diagnosis, triage, troubleshooting and problem analysis with the ability to communicate results to business stakeholders, IT support teams to resolve issues both quickly and effectively.
• Ability to influence people outside the immediate span of control, negotiate and resolve conflicts, and work with business users, IT partners and vendors.
• High-Level customer service mindset and commitment to deliver quality results to internal stakeholders in a demanding environment.
• A strong sense of urgency and accountability with exceptional time management skills.
• Comfortable in effectively communicating with business end users, technical IT Teams, network partners and vendors.
• Comfortable in fast-paced environment with changing priorities and schedules.

SMBC's employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know

Overview
Quest Software is excited to welcome an experienced software developer to our agile development team in Cork, Ireland. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to work with cutting-edge technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you

Join our team and contribute to building commercial software that simplifies and enhances the management of critical enterprise data. We leverage serverless cloud-native SaaS solutions and the latest technologies on the Microsoft Azure platform, ensuring you work with the newest advancements. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and successfully implementing software using the latest best practices. You'll thrive in a highly agile SCRUM team, collaborating with talented professionals and utilizing state-of-the-art coding environments.

Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to make a significant impact and drive the future of enterprise software, we want to hear from you

Responsibilities

• You will be part of an R&D team building serverless cloud native SaaS solutions using the latest technologies in the Microsoft Azure platform
• You will be building commercial products that work across numerous Microsoft technologies including Entra ID, Office 365, Active Directory, etc.
• You will be an important member of an agile SCRUM team and be motivated to produce high quality code that meets business requirements
• You will take on design activities for components and lead ownership of their success

Qualifications
Required:

• You should possess a computer science undergraduate degree or equivalent
• You should have a minimum of 5 years' working experience in software development
• You should understand Full Stack Development – C#/.NET Core
• You should have experience working with Azure Kubernetes Service
• You should have experience writing quality code with techniques such as unit testing, mocking, automation, integration testing, and code coverage
• You should have a good understanding of modern software practices including design patterns, SOLID principles, coding standards, and agile software development practices
• You should have a good understanding of building scalable web applications using WebAPI, RESTful API design
• You should have Developed and maintained CD/CI pipelines for building and deployment of services and components using Azure DevOps (preferred) or similar systems
• You should have experience with Azure services such as Cosmos DB, Azure Service Bus, Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault
• You should be able to produce and document designs and specifications for new features and services
• You should have experience working on an agile development team
• You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You should have good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment

Nice To Have

• Experience with Active Directory or Entra ID
• Proficiency in PowerShell, ARM Templates, Terraform, Bicep
• Experience in working with Docker and containers
• Experience working with Azure Data Explorer
• Experience with AI frameworks, models and technologies such OpenAI
• Experience using AI coding assistant GitHub Copilot
• Full Stack development using tools such as Web Assembly, JavaScript, HTML5
• Serverless development using Azure Functions or AWS Lambda
• Experience building Cloud Native applications using Azure or AWS using PaaS services
• Experience with claims-based authentication (SAML/OAuth/OIDC), JWT, MFA, and RBAC
• Secure Web Development Practices including OWASP and SANS Top 25

Company Description
At Quest, we create and manage the software that makes the benefits of new technology real. Companies turn to us to manage, modernize and secure their business, from on-prem to in-cloud, from the heart of the network to the vulnerable endpoints. From complex challenges like Active Directory management and Office 365 migration, to database and systems management, to redefining security, and hundreds of needs in between, we help you conquer your next challenge now.

We're not the company that makes big promises. We're the company that fulfills them.

We're Quest: Where Next Meets Now.

Why work with us

• Life at Quest means collaborating with dedicated professionals with a passion for technology.
• When we see something that could be improved, we get to work inventing the solution.
• Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationship.
• We invest in our people and offer a series of programs that enables them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential.

Our team members' health and wellness is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work.

Quest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Come join us. For more information, visit us on the web at Quest Careers | Where next meets now. Join Quest.

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Overview
Quest Software is excited to welcome an experienced software developer to our agile development team in Cork, Ireland. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to work with cutting-edge technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you

Join our team and contribute to building commercial software that simplifies and enhances the management of critical enterprise data. We leverage serverless cloud-native SaaS solutions and the latest technologies on the Microsoft Azure platform, ensuring you work with the newest advancements. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and successfully implementing software using the latest best practices. You'll thrive in a highly agile SCRUM team, collaborating with talented professionals and utilizing state-of-the-art coding environments.

Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to make a significant impact and drive the future of enterprise software, we want to hear from you

Responsibilities

• You will be part of an R&D team building serverless cloud native SaaS solutions using the latest technologies in the Microsoft Azure platform
• You will be building commercial products that work across numerous Microsoft technologies including Entra ID, Office 365, Active Directory, etc.
• You will be an important member of an agile SCRUM team and be motivated to produce high quality code that meets business requirements
• You will take on design activities for components and lead ownership of their success

Qualifications
Required:

• You should possess a computer science undergraduate degree or equivalent
• You should have a minimum of 5 years' working experience in software development
• You should understand Full Stack Development – C#/.NET Core
• You should have experience working with Azure Kubernetes Service
• You should have experience writing quality code with techniques such as unit testing, mocking, automation, integration testing, and code coverage
• You should have a good understanding of modern software practices including design patterns, SOLID principles, coding standards, and agile software development practices
• You should have a good understanding of building scalable web applications using WebAPI, RESTful API design
• You should have Developed and maintained CD/CI pipelines for building and deployment of services and components using Azure DevOps (preferred) or similar systems
• You should have experience with Azure services such as Cosmos DB, Azure Service Bus, Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault
• You should be able to produce and document designs and specifications for new features and services
• You should have experience working on an agile development team
• You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You should have good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment

Nice To Have

• Experience with Active Directory or Entra ID
• Proficiency in PowerShell, ARM Templates, Terraform, Bicep
• Experience in working with Docker and containers
• Experience working with Azure Data Explorer
• Experience with AI frameworks, models and technologies such OpenAI
• Experience using AI coding assistant GitHub Copilot
• Full Stack development using tools such as Web Assembly, JavaScript, HTML5
• Serverless development using Azure Functions or AWS Lambda
• Experience building Cloud Native applications using Azure or AWS using PaaS services
• Experience with claims-based authentication (SAML/OAuth/OIDC), JWT, MFA, and RBAC
• Secure Web Development Practices including OWASP and SANS Top 25

Company Overview
Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in
data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization
. More than 45,000 companies — including 90% of the Fortune 500 — trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential.

Why Quest
At Quest, Your Work Makes An Impact. You'll Help Organizations Get AI-ready While Building Your Career With a Global Team Of Innovators. We Offer

• Competitive pay, annual bonuses, and top-performer recognition.
• Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness programs.
• Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs.
• Inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, supported by Employee Resource Groups and our Equality & Inclusion Council.

NEC Aspire Technology
 is an innovative Professional Services and Software Development company, with a core competence in mobile telecommunications. Our solutions are delivered to Mobile Network Operators, Managed Service Providers and Technology Partners globally. Our customers include global mobile operators and the world's leading suppliers of telecommunication products and services.

The company has ambitious plans to grow its business across existing and new clients, including digital infrastructure providers across various industries and verticals.

Job Summary

As Technical Solutions Group - Core & Cloud Solutions Manager you will report to the company CCO and be part of a team that is responsible for pre-sales across the entire company solutions portfolio and supports the sales team driving business by translating customer needs into technical requirements as well as provide consultancy in project deliveries where seniority and specific expertise and skills are required. You'll also need to identify new market development opportunities together with Sales and CTO team, using your deep understanding of the market and technology, to jointly identify and develop new solutions, products or services that fit customer needs and/or solve customer issues and pain points. Your focus will be primarily on Aspire's Core & Cloud portfolio, but you're expected to drive over time a wider portfolio within the areas of strategy, design and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Core & Cloud portfolio management and evolution
• Multi country (geography), multi domain and multi technology
• Support Sales in defining, articulating and promoting the technical aspects and customer benefits / value of Aspire solutions to existing and new customers
• Participate in meetings and workshops with existing and new customers
• Identify opportunities for enhanced or new solutions based on market development and customer interaction
• Support Sales in value positioning and storytelling related to Aspire solutions
• Translate high level customer requirements into detailed Statement of Work
• Develop customer tailored business cases to support propositions value argumentation
• Develop relationships with senior technical representatives within customer organisations
• Drive and support RFP/RFQ/RFI response and compliance to customers
• Run customers' technical workshops for high level scoping, solution identification or service proposition
• Support technical teams in defining acceptance criteria from business point of view to help defining cash-in milestones
• Support Operations team to define resource requirements (human, software, hardware, etc.) in line with project scope, budget available and agreed profitability
• Support Sales teams in meetings, negotiations, and responding to customer queries to help close deals
• Support Marketing team drafting of case studies, whitepapers, blogs/vlogs and presenting at conferences
• Support CTO team to define and prioritize technology investments including software solutions
• Steer software solutions roadmap to maximize technology investments value and sales
• Package software solutions to maximize customer impact, to align with the company's solutions portfolio and solutions strategy
• Provide business cases for new software solutions investment decisions
• Provide customer and market feedback on opportunities for new solutions, products and services
• Support Trial/pilot scoping and presentation
• Contribute in Consulting or Service assignments and support the selection of teams for the successful delivery of client projects

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates will ideally have broad experience of telecommunications mobile and fixed networks, in particular in the Core & Cloud domains, including hardware, software and network architecture and topologies.

You will enjoy working with people from around the world and across various disciplines. You should be highly motivated, with the drive to solve problems and expand your knowledge. You are proactive and are focused on achieving results.

The following educational qualifications and experience are desirable:

• At least 10 years of relevant network projects, with broad technology knowledge and deep expertise in mobile and fixed network Core & Cloud domains.
• At least 3 years of Senior Technical Lead role in projects, including coordination of teams and client interface
• Advanced knowledge of Telco Cloud infrastructure and associated technologies and services cycles
• Advanced knowledge of Core Network technologies (CS and PS), and evolution to Cloud
• Good understand of automation requirements and experience with various suppliers automation tools, e.g. Ansible, ONAP, OSM, TCA, Teraform
• A solid team player with ability to lead others and work collaboratively
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to manage and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues
• An ability to drive difficult projects to a successful conclusion
• Commercial acumen
• Excellent presentation skills, including preparation and coordination with others
• A strong focus on quality and Customer Satisfaction
• Flexible and adaptable to developing business needs and work patterns
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, often at short notice
• Demonstrable experience of being results driven and outcomes orientated
• Technology experience in one or more of the major network equipment manufacturers

Skills

Attributes of the Technical Solutions Group – Core & Cloud Solutions Manager include:

Solutions Skills:

• Strong end-to-end technical knowledge in mobile and fixed Networks
• Proven track record working in Networks Operator projects
• Strong understanding of Network Operator organisations
• Deep knowledge of Aspire solutions and related partnerships, in particular in the Core & Cloud domains
• Understanding on how Telco is transforming industries and verticals, and position Aspire as a value-added partner to those companies
• Ability to clearly explain ongoing and completed Aspire projects, associated outcomes and value delivered
• Ability to draft Statements of Work for customer proposals and RFP responses
• Broad knowledge across the major network equipment manufacturers roadmaps and capabilities
• Ability to speak the same "Technical" language as target customers
• Ability to develop bespoke or customized solutions for customers to address specific client needs
• Ability to understand technology trends and translate them to new and improved technical solutions.

Business Skills:

• Focus on customer value – the 'why' rather than the 'what we do'
• Ability to listen to customer issues and relate such issues to Aspire solutions
• Ability to think beyond current Aspire solutions and capabilities to pursue new business opportunities
• Good appreciation of operational delivery requirements associated with new solutions including synergies with existing solutions
• Ability to gain customer confidence to turn vendor/customer relationship to partnership (consultative approach)

Customer Facing Skills:

• Capable of creating and clearly delivering customer presentations
• Taking ownership for driving opportunities technically
• Developing and maintaining relationships with customers to manage expectations and to cultivate a relationship for value creation, thus driving further business
• Managing and taking responsibility for communication/reporting to the stakeholders at every level - internally and externally
• Willing to travel to customer meetings, sometimes at short notice
• High social intelligence to; be able to identify the customer main drivers and key priorities, and go strategic or very deep based on the target audience

Benefits

• Flexibility in terms of work location in Europe
• Flexible working hours
• A competitive salary with performance related bonus
• Extensive technical and business mentoring
• Opportunity to travel internationally
• Opportunity to work in newly emerging technologies

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