Cloud Solutions Architect - AWS

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Cloud Solutions Architect with deep AWS expertise to design, implement, and optimize cloud-based solutions for Kimberley, Canada. You will guide migration journeys, set cloud standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business needs.

You will evaluate new cloud services, maintain security and compliance, and drive best practices across compute, storage, networking, and security.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IT infrastructure with cloud architecture focus.
• Hands-on with AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda).
• IaC experience with Terraform and CloudFormation and CI/CD.
• Strong networking, security, and compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and secure cloud solutions on AWS.
• Lead cloud migration strategies and execution plans.
• Provide guidance on cloud infrastructure best practices.
• Collaborate with developers, operations, and business stakeholders.
• Evaluate new cloud services to stay at the forefront of cloud adoption.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Terraform

CloudFormation

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and technically adept Cloud Solutions Architect with deep expertise in AWS to join their growing infrastructure team in Kimberley . You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions that meet the complex needs of the business. This role requires a blend of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to guide clients and internal teams through cloud adoption and migration journeys. Join a team at the forefront of cloud innovation in Kimberley , shaping the future of our client's technological landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and secure cloud solutions on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform.
• Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and execution plans for various business applications.
• Provide technical guidance and best practices for cloud infrastructure, including compute, storage, networking, and security services.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective cloud architectures.
• Evaluate new cloud services and technologies to ensure our client remains at the cutting edge of cloud adoption.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with a significant focus on cloud architecture and implementation.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda).
• Experience with infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with excellent bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for advanced AWS certifications and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Kimberley .
• Generous paid time off and flexible hybrid work arrangements.