Director -Cloud Platform Engineering

About Saviynt:

Saviynt is the leading Identity Authority Platform, designed to secure and empower the digital workforce. In today's dynamic landscape of digital transformation, where cyber risks are ever-evolving, Saviynt's Enterprise Identity Cloud delivers unmatched visibility, control, and intelligence. We enable organizations to defend against security threats while providing users with seamless, secure access to the tools they need to excel.

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and hands-on  Senior Director - Cloud Platform Engineering .A  strategic engineering leader responsible for overseeing the design, development, and operation of cloud platform infrastructure and  observability systems. This role involves driving cloud platform strategy, building scalable and secure platform solutions, and leading cross-functional teams to improve developer experience and cloud governance. Leader with an AI and Automation first mindset . 

Key Responsibilities:

·       Strategy and Vision: Own and drive the cloud platform strategy, including infrastructure security, availability, performance, and cost management. Lead multiyear transformation initiatives for cloud platform evolution and scalability.

·       AI & Automation Enablement: Champion AI-driven automation to simplify developer workflows, improve platform reliability, and increase operational efficiency.

·       Develop and execute cloud platform strategies aligning with business goals, focusing on resilience, security, cost governance, and performance.

·       Lead and mentor high-performing teams of cloud platform engineers and observability specialists.

·       Collaborate with product management, cloud operations, and other stakeholders to enhance platform architecture, automation, and deployment pipelines. Implement and manage observability tools and frameworks (e.g., Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana) for monitoring, tracing, and alerting on cloud services.

·       Drive security and compliance best practices across cloud infrastructure and services. Oversee incident and problem management to improve platform reliability.

·       Stay abreast of emerging cloud and observability technologies to drive innovation and efficiency. 

Required Qualifications :

· years of engineering leadership, managing teams with experience in cloud platform architecture and operations.

·       Experience with Infrastructure as Code and platform automation at scale

·       Knowledge of security, compliance, and governance frameworks

·       Deep expertise in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Istio, Docker).

·       Experience with developer platforms, CI/CD, infrastructure as code (Terraform, GitLab), and cloud governance.

·       Strong background in  observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Datadog, NewRelice ,Dynatrace) and strategies for large-scale systems.

· Ability to engage with executive leadership and drive strategic outcomes across technical and business areas.

·       Technical and hands-on leadership mindset with excellent communication and strategic planning skills. 

·       This role is pivotal in shaping and maintaining a reliable, secure, and scalable cloud platform that supports product delivery and drives operational excellence, while fostering a strong culture of engineering innovation and observability​​

What We Offer:

Saviynt provides a competitive total rewards package, extensive learning opportunities, and a dynamic environment where you can grow your career. Compensation will be based on experience, skill set, and business needs. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.

Security & Compliance Requirements: Complete security and privacy training during onboarding and annually thereafter. Adhere to Saviynt's Information Security and Privacy policies, including Data Handling, Incident Response, Business Continuity, and Access Control procedures.

Why Join Us?

At Saviynt, you'll be part of a high-growth, fast-paced company shaping the future of identity security. You'll tackle complex challenges, work with cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to products that protect businesses globally—all within an inclusive, collaborative environment.Ready to make an impact? Join Saviynt and help us power and protect the world at work.