Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer

Infrastructure & Cloud EngineerDubai, UAEBuild the platforms that power world-class engineeringAt Black & White Engineering, we're investing heavily in the future of our cloud, infrastructure, data, and AI capabilities. We're looking for an Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer who wants more than just operational support work. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a modern Microsoft Azure environment, contribute to the development of advanced data and AI platforms, and support the high-performance computing environments that enable some of the world's most complex engineering projects.You'll work across cloud infrastructure, identity, automation, security, data platforms, AI workloads, and HPC environments, helping shape scalable and resilient platforms that support teams across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.This role offers exposure to Azure cloud technologies, Databricks, AI infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code, automation, Zero Trust security principles, and enterprise-scale platform engineering. If you're looking to expand your technical breadth while working in a highly collaborative environment, this could be an excellent next step in your career.What you'll be doingCloud & InfrastructureManaging and optimising Microsoft Azure environments including compute, storage, networking, and platform servicesSupporting Azure Landing Zones and cloud platform foundationsMaintaining secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud infrastructureManaging patching, lifecycle activities, operating system hardening, and platform governanceDriving environment consistency through Infrastructure as Code and automationIdentity & SecurityManaging Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and Privileged Identity ManagementSupporting Zero Trust initiatives in collaboration with Cyber Security teamsMaintaining secure access controls and governance standardsData, AI & Modern PlatformsSupporting Databricks, Azure Data Lake, and modern data platform infrastructureAssisting with AI and machine learning environments including Azure OpenAI services and GPU-based workloadsManaging platform monitoring, performance, security, and cost optimisationSupporting storage lifecycle management and governance frameworksHPC & Engineering SystemsOperating Linux-based High Performance Computing environmentsSupporting engineering applications, licensing platforms, and compute resourcesManaging storage and performance requirements for engineering workloadsContributing to future HPC growth and capacity planningAutomation & Operational ExcellenceAutomating infrastructure operations using Terraform, Python, PowerShell, and BashSupporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesMaintaining operational documentation, runbooks, and disaster recovery proceduresDriving continuous improvement across infrastructure and cloud servicesWhat's in it for you?Ownership of critical cloud and infrastructure platforms across a global engineering businessExposure to Azure, Databricks, AI infrastructure, automation, and modern platform engineeringOpportunity to work on emerging technologies including Azure OpenAI and AI/ML environmentsHands-on involvement in cloud transformation and platform modernisation initiativesCollaboration with Infrastructure, Network, Security, Business Solutions, and Engineering teamsA chance to influence platform standards, automation strategies, and future technology roadmapsInternational exposure supporting teams across multiple regionsA supportive environment focused on professional development and technical growthWhat we're looking forWe're interested in professionals who bring experience across several of the following areas:Microsoft Azure infrastructure and servicesMicrosoft Entra ID and identity managementIntune and endpoint managementInfrastructure as Code using TerraformLinux administration (RHEL and/or Ubuntu)Scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or BashBackup, disaster recovery, and business continuityCloud cost optimisation and capacity planningCI/CD and DevOps practicesExperience with Databricks, Azure Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure OpenAI, container platforms, HPC environments, or hybrid cloud architectures would be advantageous.About Black & White EngineeringBlack & White Engineering is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy specialising in the design and delivery of mission-critical and highly technical facilities across the globe. With offices spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, we partner with some of the world's most recognised organisations to deliver innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.Our culture is built around Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity, Support, and Quality. We believe in empowering our people, encouraging innovation, and creating an environment where talented professionals can develop their careers while making a meaningful impact.Interested?If you're passionate about cloud infrastructure, automation, modern platforms, and emerging technologies, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and help shape the future of infrastructure and cloud engineering at Black & White Engineering.