GF2136 - MANAGER - SYSTEM OPERATIONS (PLATFORM ENGINEERING)

Job Location
Bahrain, Middle East
Job Role
Technology
Contract Type
Full-Time
Salary
Posted Date
2026-10-11
Job Expiry Date
2026-11-10
Qualification
High School

Job Summary:


The Manager - System Operations (Platform Engineering) will lead a team responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable infrastructure. This role involves developing CI/CD pipelines, managing observability tools, and automating resources using Infrastructure as Code. The manager will ensure system availability, security, and compliance, troubleshoot technical issues, and stay updated with industry trends.


Key Responsibilities:


• Lead the design, implementation, and management of scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure across multi-cloud and on-premise environments.


• Oversee the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment and scaling of applications and infrastructure.


• Implement and manage observability tools to monitor system performance, detect anomalies, and ensure high availability.


• Utilize Infrastructure as Code to automate the provisioning and management of resources.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement best practices for system architecture, security, and compliance.


• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to infrastructure, applications, and services.


• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain efficient infrastructure.


• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.


Qualifications/ Experience:


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• 5-7 years of experience in platform engineering, system administration, or a related role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.


• Experience in managing and delivering projects.


• Expertise in Cloud Services (AWS and Azure) and on-premise infrastructure management.


• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Github Actions, GitLab CI, or similar.


• Proficiency in observability tools like New Relic, Grafana, or similar.


• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code, preferably Terraform.


• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation and task management.


• Understanding of system, security, and compliance best practices.


• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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