Technical Platform Manager (m/f/d)

About This Role

Technical Platform Manager

12-month contract

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Client: A global, publicly traded energy technology and services company delivering integrated solutions for traditional and new energy.

Overview: We are seeking a Platform Manager to own and lead a global infrastructure platform domain (e.g., Data Centre, Cloud, or Database). This role is accountable for defining the technology strategy, operating model, and global standards , while ensuring platforms are operationally effective, cost‑efficient, and future‑ready .

Job Description: The Platform Manager acts as the technical and operational authority for their domain, working closely with architecture, operations, security, and transformation teams.

Key Responsibilities

Platform Strategy & Governance

• Own the global strategy and roadmap for the assigned infrastructure domain
• Define and maintain technology standards, architectures, and tooling
• Assess whether current technologies are fit for purpose and recommend upgrades or replacements
• Evaluate and respond to emerging and disruptive technologies

Operational Oversight

• Ensure platforms are stable, secure, and operated correctly by global operations teams
• Design and evolve operating models, covering both technical and operational aspects
• Drive continuous improvement in reliability, performance, and service quality

Technology & Cost Management

• Balance innovation with cost effectiveness and operational efficiency
• Ensure infrastructure choices align with business demand and scale
• Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to optimize value

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the key platform point of contact for global IT and business stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across regions and teams

Technical Environment

• Microsoft‑centric environment
• Azure cloud platform
• VMware virtualization
• Windows‑based infrastructure
• Citrix for desktop and application delivery
• Hybrid landscape with on‑prem data centres and cloud services

Required Experience & Profile

• 10+ years experience in infrastructure platforms (data centre, cloud, or database)
• 3 years managerial experience
• Pragmatic, solution‑driven, and autonomous
• Halian Group:

With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers.

Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow’s potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.

At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.

Technical Platform Manager in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates