Cloud Architect

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cloud Architect plays a key role in designing and implementing scalable secure and highperforming cloud solutions that enable Adastras clients to accelerate their data AI and digital transformation journeys. This role is responsible for developing cloud architecture frameworks leading solution design and guiding implementation teams to ensure successful delivery. The Cloud Architect collaborates closely with crossfunctional stakeholders to translate business needs into robust cloud architectures that are aligned with industry best practices and longterm strategic goals.

Primary Location: Across Canada

Work Model: Hybrid 2-Days Onsite

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Vacancy Status: Pipeline Requisition

Compensation Range: CAD/yr base salary

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design develop and implement cloud architectures across major cloud platforms (Azure AWS GCP)
• Lead endtoend solution design including reference architectures integration patterns security controls and governance frameworks
• Assess current client environments and recommend modernization strategies aligned with business goals
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams throughout project delivery
• Conduct cloud assessments architecture reviews and performance optimizations
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical roadmaps
• Drive adoption of cloud best practices automation cost optimization and operational excellence
• Ensure cloud architectures meet compliance security scalability and availability standards
• Participate in presales activities including solutioning estimation and client presentations
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies to continuously enhance solution offerings

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field
• 5 years of handson experience in cloud architecture or cloud engineering roles
• Strong practical knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (Azure AWSGCP)
• Expertise in infrastructureascode (Terraform ARM/Bicep CloudFormation)
• Experience with cloud networking security identity management and governance
• Proficiency in designing scalable highly available and resilient distributed systems
• Strong understanding of DevOps practices CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
• Ability to lead technical discussions and architect largescale enterprise solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholdermanagement skills

PREFERRED:

• Cloud certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect Expert AWS Solutions Architect Professional GCP Professional Cloud Architect)
• Experience with data platforms analytics solutions and AI/ML workloads in the cloud
• Background in modernization initiatives such as data migration containerization serverless or application refactoring
• Familiarity with FinOps disciplines and costoptimization strategies

NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience working in consulting or clientfacing environments
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g. SOC2 HIPAA PCI)
• Handson experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Understanding of cloud landing zone frameworks and enterprise cloud patterns

ABOUT ADASTRA

Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation helping organizations lead with artificial intelligenceresponsibly strategically and at scale. With over 25 years of experience Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation operational excellence and smart customer engagement.

Trusted by some of the worlds most prominent brands Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy robust governance and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI data and cloud journeybuilding future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable lasting impact.

Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services automotive manufacturing technology media and telecom (TMT) healthcare retail and professional services. The company employs more than 2000 professionals across North America Europe and Asia.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Successful referral program
• The opportunity to work with one of Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
• A flexible dynamic and diverse workplace

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age sex disability race ethnic origin citizenship creed sexual orientation marital status or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code.In addition accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporations implementation and support of employment initiatives encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

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