We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in AWS, DevOps methodologies, cloud architecture, and full-stack software development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both operations and software development, enabling them to bridge the gap between development and operations teams seamlessly. This role will play a crucial part in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
If you're looking for an amazing opportunity to help us build the future while working with an incredibly dynamic and talented team, we want to work with you!
At Thoughtworks Canada, we’re on a mission to build better products. We partner with a variety of clients to deliver impactful software-powered experiences to their users. Our team members are smart, kind, reliable, and excited to continuously teach and learn. Thoughtworks Canada is one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers and one of LinkedIn’s Top Startups.
Job responsibilities
- You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions on AWS.
- You will architect cloud infrastructure that meets performance, cost, and security requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- You will drive the adoption of DevOps practices, implementing automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles.
- You will work closely with development teams to streamline the software delivery process and enhance deployment reliability.
- You will continuously improve monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure proactive issue identification and resolution.
- You will serve as a subject matter expert on AWS architecture, leading initiatives to migrate from EC2 to ECS/EKS and transitioning MySQL & MS-SQL Server databases to RDS.
- You will support the design and implementation of data warehousing or lakehouse solutions, with Redshift and Kinesis experience as a bonus.
- You will optimize AWS infrastructure for cost-efficiency and scalability, while modernizing existing software estates through re-architecture initiatives.
- You will collaborate with internal and external (SaaS) teams to integrate software development and infrastructure concerns.
- You will influence infrastructure choices that blend custom software, SaaS, or COTS packages, focusing on data handling and ongoing cloud operations.
Job qualifications
- You have 7+ years of experience working with AWS cloud services, with a focus on architecture design, implementation, and optimization.
- You can expertly use DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Terraform, and Ansible to drive automation and infrastructure orchestration.
- You have strong programming skills in languages like Python, Bash, or similar, and a deep understanding of networking, security, and scalability in cloud environments.
- You have experience in AWS architecture, migrating services from EC2 to ECS/EKS, and transitioning databases (MySQL & MS-SQL Server) to RDS.
- You can design and implement serverless architectures, microservices, and manage cloud services with ease.
- You have experience in data warehousing or lakehouse solutions, with knowledge of Redshift and Kinesis as a bonus.
- You hold AWS certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, demonstrating your deep knowledge of AWS services and best practices.
- You have a working knowledge of other cloud platforms, like Azure or Google Cloud Platform, which is an advantage in multi-cloud environments.
Professional Skills
- You have excellent problem-solving skills and can troubleshoot complex issues in loosely coupled systems.
- You are an effective communicator and can work well within cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration across various departments.
- You are experienced in Agile/Scrum methodologies and can thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- You are passionate about creating impactful products and bring enthusiasm for Agile methodologies, Pair Programming, and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
- You are curious by nature and always seek out the details to drive toward innovative and effective solutions.
- You have experience working directly with clients, building trust and offering valuable technical insights and solutions.
- You can develop or consult on infrastructure choices, blending custom software with SaaS or COTS packages, and influence ongoing cloud operations decisions.
Other things to know
There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.
Travel
While we’ve traditionally been a traveling consultancy, we have adopted a hybrid working model with the majority of work being completed remotely from either home or local Thoughtworks offices. However, business travel to client locations should be expected when required by Thoughtworks or our clients’ needs.
Company Policies
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Thoughtworks
Thoughtworks is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. For 30+ years, our clients have trusted our autonomous teams to build solutions that look past the obvious. Here, computer science grads come together with seasoned technologists, self-taught developers, midlife career changers and more to learn from and challenge each other. Career journeys flourish with the strength of our cultivation culture, which has won numerous awards around the world.
Join Thoughtworks and thrive. Together, our extra curiosity, innovation, passion and dedication overcomes ordinary.
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