Cloud Architect

Markham, ON

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Architect to spearhead the establishment and operationalization of our Cloud Center of Excellence CCOE This role will focus on defining the CCOE vision goals roles and responsibilities success metrics and organizational structure The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies architecture and governance along with excellent leadership and communication skills

Key Responsibilities

CCOE Vision Strategy

Define and articulate the vision and strategic goals for the CCOE

Develop a roadmap for cloud adoption and governance aligned with business objectives

Roles Responsibilities

Establish clear roles and responsibilities within the CCOE and its substreams

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for CCOE initiatives

Success Metrics

Define key performance indicators KPIs to measure the success of cloud initiatives

Implement monitoring and reporting mechanisms to track progress against goals

CCOE Organization

Design the organizational structure of the CCOE including substreams like CCOE Core

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team

Technical Leadership

Provide architectural guidance and best practices for cloud solutions

Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies and trends to inform CCOE strategies

Collaboration Communication

Work closely with cross functional teams to promote cloud adoption and best practices

Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders

Qualifications

Experience

• 10 years of experience in Cloud Technologies
• 8 years of experience in cloud architecture and implementation
• Proven experience in leading cloud transformation initiatives
• Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms eg AWS Azure Google Cloud
• Familiarity with cloud governance security and compliance frameworks

Soft Skills