Principal Cloud Engineer - Director
Dublin, D, IE, D02 KF20
SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term
Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.
Background
United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Cloud Engineer (Director) to lead the Architecture and Engineering function within our new Centre of Excellence. This is a pivotal role that combines deep technical expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with leadership responsibilities across three sub-teams: Cloud Engineering, QA Testing, and AI Development. The successful candidate will work closely with the Architecture and Engineering team in London to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions that support SMBC’s business objectives across EMEA.
Technical Leadership
- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud-native solutions on GCP.
- Ensure best practices in cloud architecture, security, automation, and DevOps.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in cloud engineering practices.
Team Management
- Manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of Cloud Engineers, QA Testers, and AI Developers.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the Centre of Excellence.
- Oversee resource planning, performance management, and career development.
Delivery and Collaboration
- Partner with the Architecture and Engineering team in London to align on solution design and delivery.
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions that meet regulatory and operational standards.
- Ensure timely and quality delivery of cloud-based projects and services.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in designing and delivering complex solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, security, and automation (Terraform, CI/CD).
- Experience leading technical teams and managing cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with QA methodologies and AI/ML development practices.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a regulated financial services environment is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- GCP Professional certifications (e.g., Cloud Architect, DevOps Engineer).
- Experience in financial services or other regulated industries.
- Knowledge of other cloud platforms (especially Azure and AWS) is highly beneficial in our multicloud environment
Why Join Us?
SMFD intends to deliver innovation through transformative technology; with multicloud adoption as one of the strategic pillars to enable change. As part of our strategic growth, we are establishing a Centre of Excellence in Dublin to support our EMEA operations.
- Be part of a strategic initiative shaping the future of SMBC’s technology landscape in EMEA.
- Work in a dynamic, international environment with cutting-edge cloud technologies.
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and innovation.
About SMBC
This role will be based within Sumitomo Mitsui Finance Dublin Limited (SMFD), a wholly owned subsidiary of SMBC. It was established in 1989 and is now located in contemporary offices in the heart of Dublin’s Georgian quarter. It is a Centre of Excellence for SMBC’s business in Europe, Middle East & Africa and provides a growing range of intra-group services across a variety of Control and Support functions.
What we offer
For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.
As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive paid leave days
- Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance
- Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
- Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
- Ambitious remuneration package
So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!
We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.