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Lead Advisor, Cloud Engineer

Lead Advisor, Cloud Engineer

Laurentian BankToronto, Ontario, Canada
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Seeing beyond numbers™

At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the better. Founded in Montreal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families, businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have over 2,800 employees working together as One Team, to provide a broad range of financial services and advice-based solutions for customers across Canada and the United States. We drive results by placing our customers first, making the better choice, acting courageously, and believing everyone belongs.

This role sits within Laurentian Bank.

As we embark on our journey to accelerate our Cloud adoption, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and manage our cloud infrastructure and network solutions. Knowledge of AWS is an Advantage. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, scalability, and performance of our cloud-based applications and services.

Responsibilities

  • Cloud Strategy Development : Lead the development of cloud strategies and roadmaps, aligning with business objectives and industry best practices.
  • Environment Setup : Configure the Azure environment, including networking, resource groups, and access controls.
  • Data Migration : Use Azure Data Migration Service to transfer data from on-premises databases to Azure SQL Database.
  • Automation : Utilize Azure DevOps and ARM templates for automating deployment and management tasks.
  • Application Deployment : Deploy the application to Azure App Service, ensuring it integrates with other Azure services.
  • Performance Optimization : Conduct performance tuning and optimization of cloud resources, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
  • Security Governance : Establish and enforce security policies and compliance measures, conducting regular audits and assessments.
  • Mentorship : Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and development teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Incident Management : Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex cloud-related incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on operations.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration : Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to gather requirements and deliver tailored cloud solutions.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

    • Experience

  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience as cloud architecture, with at least 5 years focused on Microsoft Azure. AWS experience is an advantage.
  • Proven experience in designing and managing network solutions.

    • Certifications

  • Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Microsoft Certified : Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
  • Microsoft Certified : Azure Security Engineer Associate
  • AWS Certified : AWS Solution Architect Professional

    • Technical Skills

  • Proven expertise in Azure Cloud – experience with AWS, GCP an asset.
  • Must be Azure Certified Solution Architect and Azure DevOps Engineer.
  • Implementing and managing cloud infrastructure and services, including compute, storage, networking, and databases.
  • Must have Exp in Migrating existing on-premises applications and services to the cloud.
  • Experience in using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to automate deployment in cloud
  • Experience in Collaborating with development teams to support DevOps practices and continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD) pipelines.
  • Must have knowledge and Experience of DevOps Tool chain like Github, Jfrog, SonarCloud.
  • Must have knowledge and Experience in Observability tools like Elastic, Prometheus, Grafana, Kibana.
  • Experience in Monitoring cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and cost-efficiency.
  • Performing regular maintenance tasks, updates, upgrades and troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to cloud resources.

    • Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication skills to articulate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

    • What Laurentian Bank has to offer you

    The total compensation offered by Laurentian Bank encompasses a comprehensive range of benefits, highlighting our commitment to the well-being and success of our employees.

    Here are some of the key points of our offering :

  • The actual annual base salary offered will take into account internal equity, skills, and experience among other factors.
  • Total compensation : Earn a comprehensive compensation package that includes annual reviews and performance-based bonuses.
  • Work model : We prioritize a hybrid work model based on business needs.
  • Stock purchase plan : Become not just an employee, but a Laurentian Bank shareholder. Employer matching takes your investment even further.
  • Time off : In addition to paid vacation, we provide floating days and leave options to accommodate the diverse needs of our employees. Plus, as an extra perk, you also get a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
  • Health and wellness : Take care of your health and well-being with access to healthcare professionals, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and a Stress Management and Well-Being Program.
  • Group insurance and pension : We offer a competitive insurance program based on your family’s needs and a defined contribution pension plan to help prepare for your future.
  • Financial benefits : As a Laurentian Bank employee, you’re also the best ambassador for our products and services. Take advantage of employee-only offers on a wide range of products. Enjoy exclusive deals and preferred rates on products and services including insurance, hotels, train tickets, spas and many more.

    • We are committed to creating a fulfilling professional environment where your skills are valued, and your well-being is a priority. Join us for a rewarding career at Laurentian Bank.

    Inclusion and Accessibility

    At Laurentian Bank, we believe everyone belongs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our customers and our communities and where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous persons, racialized and persons with disabilities, marginalized genders and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

    We strive to offer a flexible and accessible work experience that is inclusive of everyone. If at any time you need an accommodation, please let us know.

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