Principal Cloud Architect – HPC/GPU & AI Platform Solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deploy large-scale HPC and GPU infrastructure on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Architect scalable AI and accelerated computing solutions using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) and Kubernetes.
• Develop automated deployment frameworks for cluster provisioning, software installation, and lifecycle management.
• Partner with enterprise customers to design solutions that meet AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing requirements.
• Design and support Large Language Model (LLM), Agentic AI, and AI platform deployments from proof-of-concept through production.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor on cloud architecture, migration strategies, and AI infrastructure best practices.
• Deliver customer workshops, architecture reviews, technical presentations, and hands-on enablement sessions.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Support, and Sales teams to influence product direction and resolve technical challenges.
• Develop reusable technical assets including solution architectures, reference implementations, demonstrations, blogs, white papers, and competitive positioning materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with strategic AI technology partners to deliver integrated customer solutions.

Professional Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Pre-Sales, Solution Architecture, Technical Consulting, or Customer Success.
• Experience designing cloud-based HPC, AI, or GPU solutions for enterprise customers.
• Experience engaging with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.

Technical Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate experience in the following areas:

• HPC and GPU architecture across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or other leading public cloud platforms.
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible.
• Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripting.
• Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• HPC cluster management platforms including Slurm, PBS, or Bright Cluster Manager.
• High-performance networking technologies including RDMA and InfiniBand.
• MPI and distributed file systems.
• Cloud-native architectures.
• AI/ML platforms, Large Language Models (LLMs), inference services, and AI infrastructure.

Required Skills

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Cloud Architecture
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Terraform
• Ansible
• Kubernetes
• Containerisation
• Cloud Migration

HPC & AI

• High Performance Computing (HPC)
• GPU Computing
• AI Infrastructure
• Machine Learning Platforms
• Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Agentic AI
• AI Platform Architecture
• Inference Serving

Programming & Automation

• Python
• Bash
• PowerShell
• Automation Frameworks
• Infrastructure Automation

HPC Technologies

• Slurm
• PBS
• Bright Cluster Manager
• RDMA
• InfiniBand
• MPI
• Distributed File Systems

Customer & Consulting

• Solution Architecture
• Technical Consulting
• Pre-Sales
• Executive Presentations
• Customer Workshops
• Technical Enablement
• AI Transformation Strategy
• Cloud Adoption

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder management.
• Customer-first mindset.
• Analytical problem-solving.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Strategic thinking.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Experience with large GPU clusters based on Kubernetes and/or Slurm.
• Experience supporting AI startups, research organisations, or enterprise AI programmes.
• Thought leadership through technical blogs, publications, open-source contributions, or conference presentations.
• Oracle Cloud certifications or equivalent cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Experience working across UK and EMEA enterprise customers.

Languages

• English (Required)
• Additional European language(s) would be advantageous.

Success Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Combine deep technical expertise with outstanding customer engagement skills.
• Be passionate about AI, HPC, and cloud innovation.
• Influence customer technology strategy through trusted advisory relationships.
• Drive adoption of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure across strategic enterprise accounts.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment while collaborating across multiple Oracle organisations.

Career Level - IC4