Public Cloud Architect

Ubisoft; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global gaming leader in Montreal is seeking a Public Cloud Architect specializing in AWS. This role involves defining the technological vision, leading cloud-native solution designs, and ensuring operational efficiency through innovative cloud practices. Candidates should possess strong AWS expertise and experience in complex infrastructures. Emphasizing a hybrid work model, the company fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, encourages applications from all backgrounds, and emphasizes the importance of a comfortable interview process.

Qualifications

• Senior cloud professional with experience in large scale infrastructures.
• Expertise in AWS with a focus on reliability, security, and scalability.
• Proven experience in cloud governance and adoption.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of cloud-native solutions and enhancements to AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate cloud best practices.
• Draft documentation on cloud architecture and tools.

Skills

AWS cloud architecture

Problem solving

Collaboration

Change management

Education

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional

AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty

Job description

Job Description

The Public Cloud Architect (AWS Specialist) analyzes, recommends, and selects optimal cloud solutions to maximize the organization’s production capacity and operational efficiency. With deep expertise in AWS services and cloud architecture, this role establishes cloud resource budgets and is accountable for cloud platform performance, security, and scalability. By supporting both new and existing cloud initiatives, the architect produces reference architectures and sets out best practices for development and operations teams.

You will work from the architecture team, composed of 16 multi-skills architects and including 2 other Public Cloud architects, and in close collaboration of the Public Cloud Operations team, composed of 5 Dev-Net-Ops.

Responsibilities

• Define the technological vision and lead the design of new cloud-native solutions, features, and tools when current options do not meet project needs.
• Determine necessary enhancements to AWS infrastructure and services to meet project requirements and ensure the feasibility of these upgrades.
• Ensure the coherence, efficiency, scalability, modularity, and compatibility of cloud solutions developed by the team.
• Analyze and resolve engineering issues related to AWS services, cloud tools, and middleware.
• Collaborate with technical directors and stakeholders to communicate cloud constraints, opportunities, and best practices to inform production options.
• Define and implement measures to ensure optimal cloud performance (cost, latency, reliability, security, etc.).
• Act as a point of contact for all technical issues pertaining to AWS cloud architecture and tools.
• Ensure that project teams (development, operations, security, etc.) have the cloud resources and tools required to produce and manage content efficiently.
• Evaluate existing AWS services and third-party cloud tools to determine their strengths and weaknesses and recommend those that best meet project objectives and expectations.
• Anticipate technological advances in cloud computing, understand the impact of new AWS features and services, and implement systems that support these changes.
• Draft documentation on cloud architecture, AWS services, and tools for later use or reference.

Qualifications

• Senior cloud professional with experience operating and evolving large scale, complex infrastructures, including multi account, multi region, and high availability environments
• Strong expertise in AWS cloud architecture and platform engineering, with a focus on reliability, security, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Proven experience in cloud enablement and governance, including defining standards, guardrails, best practices, and supporting teams in adopting them effectively
• AWS certifications such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty, or commitment to obtain
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, able to resolve complex issues, synthesize information, and make technical concepts accessible to both technical and non technical stakeholders
• Autonomous and adaptable contributor, comfortable driving change in fast paced environments, collaborating across teams and leadership levels, and working within agile delivery models

Additional Information

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

Just a heads up: If you require a work permit, your eligibility may depend on your education and years of relevant work experience, as required by the government.

Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that's why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.

At Ubisoft, we embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment for all. We know the importance of providing a pleasant interview experience, therefore if you need any accommodation, please let us know if there is anything we can do to facilitate the interview process.

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!