Enterprise Infrastructure Architect&Cloud Infrastructure Architect

We are seeking a Senior Technology & Infrastructure Leader with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and large-scale transformation programs. This role will drive strategic modernization of datacenters, cloud adoption, and AI/GenAI enablement while ensuring resilience, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience across capital markets / banking environments, with a proven ability to manage global teams, optimize technology investments, and align infrastructure strategy with business objectives. Key Responsibilities 1. Infrastructure Strategy & Transformation * Lead enterprise-wide datacenter consolidation and modernization programs * Define and execute target-state architecture for hybrid and cloud-ready platforms * Establish transformation roadmaps across compute, storage, network, and security domains * Drive infrastructure standardization to enable scalable and synchronized execution 2. AI/ML, GenAI & HPC Platforms * Design and deploy AI/ML and GenAI infrastructure platforms (GPU clusters, HPC environments) * Optimize hardware and on-prem/cloud investments for AI workloads * Partner with enterprise AI governance teams to accelerate AI adoption 3. Cost Optimization & Vendor Strategy * Drive large-scale cost optimization initiatives through vendor renegotiation and rationalization * Lead multi-vendor engagements, RFPs, and contract optimization * Optimize capacity planning and infrastructure utilization to reduce future spend 4. Cloud & Hybrid Enablement * Lead adoption of hybrid cloud architectures with automation and governance * Enable seamless integration across on-prem and cloud environments * Improve operational efficiency through process standardization and automation 5. Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance * Partner with InfoSec teams to ensure secure transformation aligned with regulatory requirements * Enhance security controls, governance frameworks, and audit readiness * Align infrastructure capabilities with enterprise security policies 6. Stakeholder & Executive Management * Engage with CIO/CTO leadership, business units, and regulators * Drive alignment across line of business, infrastructure, and engineering teams * Present strategy, progress, and risks to executive committees Required Experience & Skills * 20-25+ years in enterprise infrastructure and technology leadership * Strong experience in banking / capital markets environments * Expertise across: o Enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, datacenters) o AI/ML, HPC, and GenAI platforms o Hybrid cloud and large-scale modernization programs * Proven track record in multi-billion-dollar transformation programs * Strong experience in: o Vendor management & commercial optimization o Budget ownership and cost transformation o Regulatory and audit engagements * Hands-on understanding of low-latency trading infrastructure (preferred) Leadership Competencies * Executive stakeholder engagement and influencing skills * Ability to lead large global teams and cross-functional programs * Strong balance of technical depth and business acumen * Strategic thinking with delivery-focused execution mindset Preferred Background * Experience with top-tier institutions (e.g., global banks, HPC/AI firms, telecom providers) * Exposure to GPU platforms (A100/H100 class), AI infrastructure, and secure compute environments * Prior consulting or transformation leadership roles Education * Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field * Advanced certifications in cloud, AI, or infrastructure technologies (preferred) Value Proposition * Opportunity to lead enterprise-scale modernization and AI transformation programs * Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategy decisions * High-impact role influencing technology, cost, and innovation agendas Skills: Enterprise Application Architect~Enterprise Architecture Experience Required: 10 & Above