Lead the development and modernization of cloud-based applications ensuring system reliability and mentoring technical teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to align strategies with business goals.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud & Systems Architect to lead the development and modernization of software and cloud-based applications. This role plays a critical part in ensuring end-to-end system reliability, supporting digital transformation, and mentoring both technical teams and stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in cloud architecture, system integration, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in strategic and operational planning related to software/cloud development and modernization initiatives.
- Lead architectural design across a variety of IT or network environments with a focus on system reliability and transformation.
- Provide mentorship and technical leadership to architects, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
- Design and develop integrated architecture solutions involving process, applications, data, and technology.
- Assess current systems and identify gaps, technical debt, and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and maintain specifications for new applications, services, and technology integrations.
- Ensure compatibility and seamless integration across interdependent technologies and platforms.
- Support production and non-production environments with a strong focus on troubleshooting and performance tuning.
- Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to align technical strategies with business goals.
- Provide flexible support during deployment windows and align work schedules with Eastern Time (ET).
Required Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience in systems architecture, cloud computing, or related IT fields.
- Proven leadership experience in complex enterprise environments.
- Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS, Kubernetes, and OpenShift platforms.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Comfortable working in high-pressure, dynamic environments.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- RedHat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration (RHCSA)
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator
- Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (PMI)
- HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate (003)
- IBM Certified Architect - Foundation
- Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, or MCA
Working Conditions:
- Type of job: Temporary Contractor – 1 year with the possibility to extend
- Work hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
- Location: Ottawa, ON
Top Skills
AWS
Hashicorp Terraform
Kubernetes
Openshift
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