Platform Manager (Private Cloud & Data Centre) | Technology & Platform
Core
Lead the evolution of IKEA's private cloud and data centers into a modern Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) model, ensuring high-performing 'as-a-service' infrastructure for the organization.
Role type
Senior Platform Manager (Private Cloud & Data Center)
Builds
Modernized private cloud and data center platforms enabling scalable, resilient digital services for IKEA.
Domain
Enterprise IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Data Center Operations
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
DevOps at scale, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) architecture, Hybrid-cloud burst architectures, Agile frameworks, Scaled delivery models, IT service operations, Budget ownership, Cost management, Platform lifecycle management, Portfolio governance, Security-by-design, Privacy-by-design, Regulatory compliance, Digital risk management, Technical team leadership, Organizational change management, Supplier relationship management.
Preferred skills
None explicitly stated.
Technologies
None explicitly stated.
Responsibilities
Define vision, strategy, and roadmap for private cloud evolution; lead modernization initiatives; manage financial governance and budget; drive continuous improvement using metrics and OKRs; foster DevOps and automation practices; manage supplier contracts and governance; coordinate dependencies across units.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities.
