Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions Architect

MDA Space; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a highly experienced Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions Architect to define, design, and govern secure, resilient hybrid platforms supporting our operations.

You will work with engineering, cybersecurity, and program teams to ensure architectures meet regulatory, security, and availability requirements while enabling modernization and long‑term scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• 15+ years in infrastructure engineering or architecture roles.
• 5+ years in hybrid or multi-cloud environments.
• Hands-on with AWS / Azure / GCP.
• On‑prem infrastructure experience: VMware, Hyper‑V, bare metal, HCI.
• Azure/AWS landing zones and governance experience.
• Hybrid connectivity experience (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, VPN).
• Automation using PowerShell, Python, Terraform.
• Experience in regulated environments (ITAR, GDPR).
• Data residency and sovereignty knowledge.
• Strong networking: SD-WAN, DNS, load balancing, firewall.
• AD/Entra ID/IAM/SAML/OIDC experience.
• Enterprise storage experience.
• Disaster recovery and business continuity design.
• Microsoft and Linux OS knowledge; Kubernetes (AKS/EKS/Hybrid).
• Strong presentation and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise-wide hybrid cloud strategy and reference architectures.
• Drive standardization and governance across global environments.
• Influence executive‑level technology decisions and investment planning.
• Act as design authority for infrastructure architecture decisions.
• Chair architecture governance boards and review committees.
• Design end‑to‑end hybrid infrastructure architectures (on‑prem, private/public cloud).
• Set standards for compute, storage, networking across footprints.
• Drive automation of provisioning, configuration, patching, lifecycle management.
• Define and enforce cost management, tagging, access control, compliance.
• Lead capacity planning using telemetry and forecasting models.
• Define operational readiness standards; ensure design is automatable.
• Partner with stakeholders to align roadmap with objectives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, vendors; embed Zero Trust.
• Define Infrastructure‑as‑Code standards; integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor, log, and observe across hybrid platforms; mentor teams.
• Support budgeting and vendor strategy; lead architecture reviews.
• Drive cross‑functional alignment and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Hybrid cloud

Cloud platforms

Infrastructure automation

Networking

Security / Zero Trust

Kubernetes

IaC

PowerShell / Python

Disaster Recovery

Regulated environments

Leadership / mentoring

CI/CD pipelines

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science / IT

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Bare metal

HCI

Azure landing zones

AWS landing zones

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Role

MDA Space IT organization is seeking a highly experienced Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions Architect to define, design, and govern secure, resilient, and high‑performance hybrid infrastructure platforms supporting MDA operations.

In this role, you will act as a senior technical authority responsible for architecting solutions that span on‑premises datacenters and approved public/private cloud platforms. You will work closely with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and program teams to ensure infrastructure designs meet regulatory, security, and availability requirements while enabling modernization and long‑term scalability.

This role is critical to ensuring MDA Space can safely evolve its infrastructure capabilities while protecting sensitive data, maintaining operational continuity, and supporting long‑lifecycle MDA programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Define enterprise-wide hybrid cloud strategy and reference architectures
• Drive standardization and architectural governance across global environments
• Influence executive‑level technology decisions and investment planning
• Act as design authority for infrastructure architecture decisions
• Chair architecture governance boards and review committees
• Design and maintain end‑to‑end hybrid infrastructure architectures (on‑prem, private cloud, public cloud)
• Establish standards for compute, storage, and networking that apply consistently across cloud and on‑prem footprints
• Drive automation of provisioning, configuration, patching, and lifecycle management
• Define and enforce policies for cost management, tagging, access control, and compliance
• Lead predictive capacity planning using telemetry and forecasting models
• Define operational readiness standards and ensure designs are supportable and automatable
• Partner with business stakeholders to align infrastructure roadmap with company objectives
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and vendors
• Embed Zero Trust architecture principles and security‑by‑design practices
• Define Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) standards and integrate infrastructure delivery with CI/CD pipelines
• Integrate infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
• Define monitoring, logging, and observability standards across hybrid platforms
• Mentor senior and intermediate IT members
• Provide technical leadership to engineering and operations teams
• Support budgeting and vendor strategy decisions
• Lead architecture reviews and design forums
• Influence cross‑functional teams and drive architectural decisions without direct authorityEnsure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as required

Job Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering or architecture roles, with at least 5 years in a hybrid or multi‑cloud environment
• Deep hands‑on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Hands‑on experience with on‑premises infrastructure (VMware, Hyper‑V, bare metal, HCI)
• Hands‑on experience with Azure/AWS landing zones, governance frameworks
• Experience with hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, VPN)
• Hands‑on experience with automation using PowerShell, Python, Terraform
• Experience working in regulated environments (ITAR, Controlled Goods, GDPR, etc.)
• Understanding of data residency and sovereignty requirements
• Strong background in networking - SD‑WAN, DNS, load balancing, firewall policy
• Experience in Active Directory, Entra ID, IAM, SSO/SAML/OIDC
• Experience in Enterprise Storage solutions
• Experience in architecting and documenting Disaster Recover and Business Continuity
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft and Linux operating systems and their core services.
• Proven experience designing production‑grade Kubernetes platforms (AKS/EKS/Hybrid)
• Strong presentation skills to explain architecture decisions to executive and non‑technical audiences
• Strong written communication - able to produce clear architecture documents and runbooks

Nice To Have

• Relevant certifications: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Experience with Zero Trust / Conditional Access architectures
• Experience with Backup & DR tools (Commvault, Veeam, Azure Site Recovery)
• Experience with cloud cost governance

Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the Secret status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and be able to obtain higher clearances.

Benefits Statement

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program and to their family.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

The compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $145,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate