Global Cloud Architect | Hybrid Role, SaaS Platform

Starboard Recruitment; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for an experienced Cloud Architect for a global tech company servicing the mining sector. Located in Vancouver, this hybrid role requires 5+ years as an architect in SaaS and strong problem-solving skills. You'll assess cloud architecture concepts, recommend solutions, and ensure consistency across product teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cloud-based platforms and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an architect at large-scale SaaS organizations or cloud hyperscalers.
• At least 5 additional years of experience as a software developer.
• Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills at the platform or systems architecture level.
• Proven experience improving scalability, reliability, and performance in cloud environments.
• A track record of developing, documenting, and communicating an architectural strategy for a global, cloud-based SaaS platform.

Responsibilities

• Assess emerging concepts in cloud architecture and determine applicability.
• Recommend architectural patterns that align with the company's strategic direction.
• Review product team architectures for consistency with the overall vision.
• Evaluate technology options for suitability across the company.
• Collaborate with the Global Architecture Team to shape architectural possibilities.
• Articulate the company's architectural strategy to various audiences.
• Explain reasoning behind architectural choices and build alignment.
• Partner with product teams for architectural consistency.
• Engage with customers for platform-level technology integrations.
• Contribute to architectural documentation.

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is searching for an experienced Cloud Architect for a global tech company servicing the mining sector. Located in Vancouver, this hybrid role requires 5+ years as an architect in SaaS and strong problem-solving skills. You'll assess cloud architecture concepts, recommend solutions, and ensure consistency across product teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cloud-based platforms and excellent communication abilities.