Cloud Infrastructure Architect- Azure, AWS, Cloud Migration

Astra-North Infoteck Inc. ~ Conquering today’s challenges, achieving tomorrow’s vision!; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Astra-North Infoteck Inc. in Calgary invites an experienced Senior Multi-Cloud Infrastructure Architect to lead design and migration of complex cloud environments across Azure and AWS. You will define foundation services, security, and automation strategies with IaC.

The role requires deep expertise in VNET, ExpressRoute, AD migrations, OpenShift/Kubernetes, and Terraform, with strong communication and documentation skills to drive large-scale implementations onsite in Calgary.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing cloud technologies, primarily Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Experience implementing Cloud Foundation Services (VNET, VNET Peering, VPN, ExpressRoute, Azure AD migrations).
• Proven ability to design and implement IaC using Terraform, ARM Templates, and Azure Bicep.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Azure

AWS

Terraform

VNET/ExpressRoute

Azure AD Migrations

Automation

PowerShell

Bash

Python

IaC

CI/CD

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

ARM Templates

Azure DevOps

GitLab

Azure Migrate

Azure Site Recovery

Tools

Terraform

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

ARM Templates

Azure DevOps

GitLab

Job description

Job Title: Senior Multi-Cloud Infrastructure Architect | Azure, AWS, Terraform, Cloud Migration & Azure AD

Role: Infra Cloud Architect

Work Location:

Onsite – Calgary, Alberta

Primary Skills:

• Cloud Architecture – Azure & AWS (10+ years of experience in design and implementation)
• Cloud Foundation Services – VNET, VNET Peering, VPN Setup, ExpressRoute, Azure AD Migrations
• Automation & Migration – PowerShell, Bash, Python Scripting, ASR, Azure Migrate, AWS Migration Hub

Must-Have Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing cloud technologies, primarily Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Working knowledge and experience implementing Cloud Foundation Services, including:
• VNET
• VNET Peering
• VPN Setup
• ExpressRoute
• Experience performing MAP Tool Assessments and Site Recovery Deployment Planner activities.
• Experience designing and implementing Azure AD and user migrations from on-premises environments.
• Experience deploying:
• OpenVPN
• WAF
• API Gateway
• Experience setting up and managing:
• Active Directory (AD)
• DNS
• Backup Configurations
• Monitoring Solutions
• Patching
• Hands-on experience with automation scripting using:
• Windows PowerShell
• Bash
• Python
• Experience embedding GenAI capabilities into web, mobile, and edge applications.
• Experience migrating on-premises workloads to cloud using native cloud migration tools, including:
• Azure Site Recovery (ASR)
• Azure Migrate
• AWS Migration Hub
• Working knowledge of CI/CD concepts and tools, including:
• Azure DevOps
• GitLab
• Knowledge of ARM Templates and experience with container technologies:
• OpenShift
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Expert-level knowledge of Cloud Foundation Design and Disaster Recovery scenarios.
• Experience preparing complex cloud designs and implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using:
• Azure Bicep
• Terraform
• Experience leading large-scale cloud implementation and migration projects.
• Strong communication, analytical, presentation, and documentation skills.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with IT Service Management tools such as Remedy and ServiceNow.
• Working knowledge of core services, including:
• Active Directory
• DNS
• Monitoring
• Backup
• Patching
• Security Tools
• Azure Administrator Associate certification.
• Azure Architect certifications (Microsoft Azure 70-534 or 70-535).
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
• Azure DevOps Engineer Expert certification.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.
• Experience handling multi-cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Data Center Migration, P2V, and V2V migrations.

Technical Skills:

Azure Fundamentals:

• Comprehensive understanding of Azure services, solutions, and management tools.
• Familiarity with Azure architecture, including:
• Regions
• Availability Zones
• Resource Groups

Infrastructure Management:

• Proficiency in creating and managing:
• Virtual Machines
• Networks
• Storage Solutions
• Experience with:
• Azure Virtual Network
• VPN Gateway
• ExpressRoute

CI/CD and DevOps:

• Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Experience with:
• Azure DevOps
• GitHub Actions
• Other CI/CD tools
• Experience automating deployments using pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with:
• ARM Templates
• Terraform
• Bicep

Identity and Access Management (IAM):

• Managing identities and access using Azure Active Directory (Azure AD).
• Implementing:
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Security Policies

Database Management:

• Expertise in:
• Azure SQL Database
• Azure Cosmos DB
• Other database services
• Skills in database design, optimization, and maintenance.

Security and Compliance:

• Implementing security best practices and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
• Experience with:
• Azure Security Center
• Azure Policy
• Azure Sentinel

Monitoring and Optimization:

• Experience using:
• Azure Monitor
• Log Analytics
• Application Insights
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues to ensure high availability and reliability.

AI Automation:

• Experience building and deploying GenAI or LLM-driven products.
• Advanced Python experience with:
• FastAPI
• PyTorch
• Hugging Face
• Proficiency in:
• TypeScript/Node.js
• Go
• Java
• Production experience with AWS or Azure GPU workloads, including:
• SageMaker
• Bedrock
• Azure ML
• Strong understanding of:
• Algorithms
• Distributed Systems
• Data Engineering
• Spark
• Kafka
• Delta Lake
• Knowledge of responsible AI, data governance, and cybersecurity best practices for critical infrastructure.