Head of DevOps & Infrastructure

Head of DevOps & Infrastructure ( Kubernetes, T...Industry Experience: Fintech, Remittance, or Digital BankingSkills: Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, Cloud OperationsImmediate candidates must reside in KSA; GCC nationals preferred or Expat with transferable IqamaOverviewOur client in KSA is seeking a Head of DevOps & Infrastructure to ensure zero‑downtime operations and fully automated delivery pipelines. The role will lead cloud operations, CI/CD automation, and disaster recovery initiatives, ensuring secure, resilient, and highly available infrastructure across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee KSA‑based cloud regions (AWS/Azure) and manage high‑availability operations.Lead CI/CD automation to accelerate delivery while maintaining security and compliance.Implement and manage Disaster Recovery plans and SOC monitoring for critical systems.Define infrastructure standards, operational best practices, and governance frameworks.Collaborate with Development, Architecture, and Security teams to maintain resilient, scalable systems.Mentor infrastructure and DevOps teams to foster performance, reliability, and technical excellence.RequirementsProven experience in DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, or Platform Engineering within fintech or regulated financial environments.Hands‑on expertise in Kubernetes, Terraform, and high‑security financial infrastructure.Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, disaster recovery, and cloud architecture best practices.Experience managing AWS/Azure deployments at scale.Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision‑making skills.Eligibility Criteria:Currently based in Saudi Arabia and available for on‑site engagement.Saudi or GCC National (Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar), or Expat with transferable Iqama.Business Visit and Family Visit visas are not eligible.Application ProcessSenior technology leaders ready to shape strategic outcomes are invited to apply via email at talent@leadingedge.plus CC: aniqa@leadingedge.plus, quoting the job title in the subject line.#J-18808-Ljbffr