Platform Engineer

Our Cloud Operations team is looking for a motivated Platform Engineer to join our team! Within this role, you will build and deploy scalable, secure cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud and implement business-aligned cloud solutions.

Work with a top-notch cloud team to innovate infrastructure and collaborate with tech experts.

Office location: Toronto - Canada (preference - 1) or Waterloo - Canada (preference -2) or Boston - USA (preference -3)

Work arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in office (nearest office), 2 days from home;   Remote working option is not available.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure using platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.

• Implement cloud solutions that meet business needs and are aligned with standard methodologies.

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Diagnose and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.

• Work closely with development, operations, and other IT teams to integrate cloud services into existing workflows.

• Communicate efficiently with partners to understand requirements and provide updates on cloud initiatives.

• Find opportunities for improving cloud infrastructure and processes.

• Provide insights and recommendations on cost-saving measures.

• Provides reliable and scalable cloud platform (especially Containers/Kubernetes) expertise to engineers.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in cloud computing, with a proven track record of crafting and leading complex cloud environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree can be helpful.

• 4+ years of experience with tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

• Strong understanding of cloud concepts like IaaS, PaaS, compute, storage, networking, and analytics.

• Experience with multiple cloud providers and the ability to craft solutions that apply the strengths of different platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).

• Technical expertise in public cloud (preferably Azure) infrastructure and platform technologies especially Containers/Kubernetes required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in PowerShell scripting.

• Experience with container technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.

• In-depth knowledge of cloud-native networking, including VPNs, peering, and hybrid cloud connectivity.

• Demonstrates strong independence and expertise in leading multiple projects.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

For Boston - USA hirings, Base Salary range: $90,160 USD (min) - $128,800 USD (mid-point) - $167,440 USD (max)

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

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Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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