CLOUD SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT

Ward Technology Talent; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud solutions firm is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to design and manage cloud-based applications. This role requires 5+ years of experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proficiency in Azure and AWS. The position offers flexible hybrid work arrangements and the possibility to travel to client sites across Canada and the U.S.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Flexible hybrid remote work

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solution Architect or similar role.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design highly scalable and reliable data architectures that meet performance and security requirements.
• Recommend best practices for containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with data engineers and product managers to align solutions with business needs.

Skills

Experience with modern cloud data warehouses (Snowflake databricks)

Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Proficiency in SQL and data modeling

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Understanding of data governance and security best practices

Experience with Azure resource groups and services

Tools

Azure

AWS

Snowflake

Docker

Kubernetes

dbt

Job description

Overview

CLOUD SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT – Permanent | GTA/REMOTE, ON | February 14, 2025

The Cloud Solutions Architect is responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of cloud-based applications and services. You are responsible for analyzing our client’s technology needs, recommending cloud solutions that meet business objectives, and ensuring scalability, security, and reliability. You also monitor performance and optimize cloud environments to ensure efficient operation and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Design highly scalable and reliable data architectures that meet performance and security requirements
• Recommend best practices for containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Collaborate with data engineers and product managers to align solutions with business needs
• Provide guidance on deploying and managing cloud infrastructure on Azure and AWS
• Create technical documentation and provide training on best practices and new technologies
• Advise on the use of modern data stack components (dbt, Fivetran, Airflow) for data integration and transformation
• Evaluate new technologies and tools to continuously improve the architecture and data processing capabilities
• Adhoc tasks, as assigned

Required Skills

• Experience with modern cloud data warehouses (Snowflake databricks)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies is preferred
• Proficiency in SQL and data modeling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of data governance and security best practices
• Experience with Azure resource groups and services

Required Knowledge

• Cloud Platforms: Proficiency in Azure and AWS
• Data Warehousing: Experience with Snowflake
• Modern Data Stack: Understanding of current technologies and trends
• ETL/ELT Solutions: Familiarity with dbt and modern extraction, loading, and transformation (ELT) tools (nice to have)
• Containerization: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• SDLC: Strong understanding of modern software development lifecycle practices

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solution Architect or similar role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.

Working Conditions

• Work-life balance with flexible hybrid remote working arrangements
• The ability to travel to client sites throughout Canada and the U.S.
• The ability to secure a U.S. visa to enable work in the U.S. or a Canadian visa to work in Canada
• A successful SIN and passport clearance along with a police vulnerability check is required

If you have the required skills and are interested in hearing more. Please forward a MS Word copy of your resume. Thanks.