AWS Solutions Architect in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an AWS Solutions Architect based in Canada.

This is a senior cloud architecture role focused on designing, modernizing, and optimizing AWS solutions for a diverse range of clients.
You will help organizations adopt cloud-native technologies that improve scalability, resilience, security, and operational efficiency.
The role combines hands-on technical expertise with client advisory responsibilities and strategic problem-solving.
You’ll work across serverless architectures, containers, DevOps, infrastructure as code, security, and application modernization.
You will also leverage modern AI tools to accelerate innovation and rapidly develop and validate proof-of-concepts.
Working in an agile, collaborative environment, you’ll guide clients and delivery teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong architect who enjoys consulting, innovation, and delivering measurable client outcomes.

• Architect, design, and implement highly available, scalable, secure, and resilient AWS cloud solutions.
• Develop serverless architectures using technologies such as AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3, SNS, SQS, and CloudFront.
• Lead cloud migration and application modernization initiatives, helping transform legacy workloads into scalable cloud-native architectures.
• Use modern AI tools and services to rapidly develop, test, and implement proof-of-concepts that address client challenges and unlock operational efficiencies.
• Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines, automation scripts, and DevOps practices to improve development and deployment processes.
• Develop containerized solutions and support orchestration using AWS EKS and ECS.
• Embed cloud security and governance best practices across solution designs, including IAM, VPCs, security groups, and relevant compliance requirements.
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and AWS CDK.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor, supporting clients with requirements gathering, architecture decisions, solution recommendations, and technical leadership.
• Collaborate with agile delivery teams to deliver solutions iteratively, adapt to changing requirements, and maintain strong focus on client outcomes.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.

• 5+ years of professional experience working in public cloud environments, with strong AWS expertise preferred.
• Demonstrated client-facing consulting experience, including requirements gathering, solution advisory, stakeholder management, and agile delivery.
• Strong hands-on expertise in AWS serverless technologies, including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, SNS, SQS, and CloudFront.
• Proven experience with cloud migrations and application modernization.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, scripting, automation, and DevOps practices, with experience using languages such as Python or Bash.
• Practical experience with container technologies and orchestration platforms such as EKS and ECS.
• Solid understanding of AWS security, networking fundamentals, cloud governance, IAM, VPCs, and security groups.
• Strong Infrastructure as Code experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, and/or AWS CDK.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and consulting skills, with the ability to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional certification, or an equivalent certification, is preferred.
• Background in application development or DevOps engineering is an asset.
• Experience working in multi-cloud environments such as Azure or GCP is a plus.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and microservices design patterns is advantageous.
• Comfortable working in environments that require accountability, adaptability, autonomy, and effective decision-making amid ambiguity.

• Competitive salary of CAD $160,000–$180,000 per year.
• Remote-first work environment across Canada.
• Flexible working hours and location.
• Retirement savings matching program through RRSP.
• Employer-paid health and dental premiums.
• $500 annual Health Care Spending Account.
• Access to GreenShield+ counselling and mental health support.
• Paid parental leave options.
• Access to the latest technology and tools.
• Perkopolis partnership and employee discounts.
• Peer recognition and rewards programs.
• Opportunities to work on modern cloud, DevOps, AI, containerization, and application modernization initiatives.
• A culture that supports flexibility, work-life balance, accountability, and professional growth.
• Equal-opportunity workplace with accommodations available throughout the selection process.