Senior Cloud Engineer/Architect

Agreement type
: Full-time (40 hours/week) contractor role with Mission

This is a hybrid role that requires you to be in the office 3x a week in either Montreal or Mississauga.

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About the client

A global IT solutions organization focused on software, cloud, and digital workplace services helps organizations become more agile, innovative, and secure.

By delivering AI-enabled cloud and workplace solutions, the company empowers individuals to stay engaged, connected, and productive while guiding customers through complex transformation initiatives with end-to-end capabilities.

About the role

The Cloud Architect leads the design, governance, and delivery of the organization's cloud ecosystem.

This role ensures cloud solutions are secure, scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. Working cross-functionally with IT, security, engineering, and business stakeholders, the Cloud Architect drives cloud adoption, modernization, and operational excellence across the enterprise.

What You'll Do

Cloud Architecture & Design:

• Develop end‑to‑end cloud architectures that meet business, security, and operational requirements
• Design scalable, resilient, and cost‑optimized cloud solutions
• Define cloud patterns, standards, and reference architectures
• Evaluate and select cloud services, tools, and platforms

Cloud Governance & Security:

• Establish governance frameworks, guardrails, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the infrastructure team to develop & implement an interconnectivity strategy
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to implement identity, access, and data protection controls
• Conduct architecture reviews and risk assessments

Cloud Implementation & Delivery

• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives
• Support DevOps and engineering teams in deploying cloud workloads
• Optimize cloud environments for performance, reliability, and cost
• Troubleshoot complex cloud issues and guide root‑cause analysis

Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor to business and technical stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership to development, operations, and project teams
• Mentor engineers and promote cloud best practices across the organization
• Contribute to strategic planning and cloud roadmap development

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture or senior cloud architect roles
• Expertise with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, identity, and infrastructureascode
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent communication and stakeholdermanagement skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud architect certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Google Professional Cloud Architect)
• Experience with hybrid cloud and on‑premises integration
• Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost‑management practices
• Background in enterprise architecture or solution architecture

Soft Skills Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complex environments
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for innovation
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language