Senior Architect, Cloud & Core Networking

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian retailer in Brampton is seeking a Senior Architect to enhance network infrastructure. This role requires expertise in cloud connectivity and network automation, along with collaboration with Site Reliability Engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in network architecture and a strong knowledge of networking technologies. The company offers a dynamic work environment encouraging innovation and flexibility.

Benefits

Work Perks Program

On-site Gym

Tuition Reimbursement

Pension & Benefits

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network architecture with a focus on public cloud networking.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, VPNs, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Proficient in using IaC tools for automated configuration management.
• A track record working alongside SRE/DevOps ensuring high availability standards.
• Deep understanding of network security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Create scalable, high-performance cloud networks using VPCs and VNets.
• Develop hybrid connectivity solutions for seamless integration.
• Enhance load balancing and traffic management across clouds.
• Work closely with SRE teams to implement network automation.
• Conduct proof of concepts for new networking tools.

Skills

Network architecture

Public cloud networking

BGP

VPNs

SD-WAN technologies

IaC tools

Agile methodologies

Network security best practices

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Does working with some of Canada’s most talented minds in innovation supporting retail, digital consumer solutions and analytical platforms excite you? Loblaw Technology powers some of Canada’s most game‑changing retail solutions, giving our customers the ability to live their lives well.

Come work with a team that values diverse ideas, fosters a culture of inclusion and develops our talent from within. Loblaw Technology gives you the chance to excel, and helps you to strive for success in a big way. Keep reading to learn more!

Senior Architect, Cloud & Core Networking, Brampton, ON

We’re excited at the prospect of adding a Senior Architect to our dynamic team! We are looking for creative thinkers with expertise in cloud connectivity to optimize and enhance our network infrastructure. Your unique skills will help shape strategic initiatives and deliver simple, scalable, and resilient solutions that help all Canadians live life well.

What You'll Do:

• Design & Deploy: Create scalable, high-performance cloud networks using VPCs, VNets, DRGs, and Peering.
• Implement Connectivity Solutions: Develop hybrid connectivity solutions like ExpressRoute, Cloud Interconnect, VPN, and FastConnect for seamless multi-cloud and on-premises integration.
• Optimize Performance: Enhance load balancing, traffic management, and DNS configurations across clouds to ensure low-latency and fault-tolerant architectures.
• Enhance Connectivity: Integrate colocation and cloud interconnect services to boost network performance.
• Collaborate with SRE Teams: Work closely with Site Reliability Engineering teams to implement network automation for self-healing capabilities and high availability.
• Automate with IaC Tools: Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to automate network provisioning within continuous delivery pipelines (CI/CD).
• Lead Innovation: Conduct proof of concepts (POCs) for new networking tools; provide strategic recommendations for adoption.
• Align Strategies: Partner with business units to align network architecture with overall cloud strategy and business objectives.
• Mentor & Guide: Offer technical guidance to engineering teams; promote adherence to best practices in network design.
• Drive Efficiency: Analyze processes to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements through automation and AI.

What You Bring:

• Experience & Expertise: Proven experience in network architecture with a focus on public cloud networking.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of BGP, VPNs, SD-WAN technologies; expertise in VPC/VNet setups and hybrid solutions.
• Automation Skills: Proficient in using IaC tools for automated configuration management within CI/CD frameworks.
• Collaboration Experience: Proven track record working alongside SRE/DevOps teams ensuring high availability/reliability standards are met.
• Methodological Approach: Familiarity with observability tools; commitment to continuous improvement via Agile methodologies.
• Security Acumen: Deep understanding of network security best practices including firewall management across multi-cloud environments.
• Innovative Mindset: Insightful about leveraging automation/AI innovations driving business value scaling delivery efforts effectively.

What Loblaw Offers You

We offer flexibility and balance, and an environment that sets you up for success no matter where your workspace is located.

Here, you will find a great team to help you achieve your goals as you help us achieve ours! Work in our fast‑paced, exciting Technology environment, helping our stores, colleagues and customers every day.

Loblaw colleagues also enjoy:

• Work Perks Program
• On-site Gym, Basketball & Volleyball courts, Dry Cleaning services (1PCC Office)
• Tuition Reimbursement & Online Learning
• Pension & Benefits
• Paid Vacation

If you’re up to the challenge, then we would love to hear from you. Apply today, and get the process started.

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. At Loblaw, we celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced, valued and supported. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply to our jobs. Accommodation in the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest but please note, those candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be contacted.

www.Loblaw.ca/careers

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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