Job Description

This company, a leader in professional services, is seeking a Director of AWS Cloud Architecture to drive transformative cloud strategies for its clients. As a key member of the technology consulting team, you will design and deliver cloud-based solutions that enhance business agility, improve operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making. You will collaborate with executive stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and industry leaders to shape innovative cloud strategies leveraging AWS technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Build and implement AWS cloud strategies tailored to the specific needs of clients across various industries.
Partner with executive stakeholders to align AWS cloud technologies with business goals and operational priorities.
Develop reference architectures, best practices, and modernization roadmaps for hybrid and cloud-native environments.
Lead the creation of technical cloud solutions, including Statements of Work (SOWs) and solution proposals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of cloud-based solutions, including Enterprise Architecture and Data Technology.
Drive cloud adoption by modernizing applications, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing costs.
Deliver thought leadership through mentoring, community engagement, and public speaking opportunities.
Contribute to strategic planning for emerging enterprise cloud services and define go-to-market strategies.
Provide expert guidance on change management practices and organizational transformation.

Requirements

Experience in AWS cloud architecture and technical leadership roles, preferably in consulting environments.
Familiarity with industry-specific challenges in sectors such as finance, retail, telecommunications, or government.
Fluency in French and professional proficiency in English; bilingual candidates will receive additional consideration.
Knowledge in AWS services, including EC2, Kubernetes (EKS), RDS, S3, and DynamoDB.
Experience with hybrid cloud models, containerization, application modernization, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation.
Proficiency in CI/CD tools, Linux shell scripting, and programming languages such as Python or Go.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Proven ability to lead teams in agile, scrum, and waterfall development methodologies.
AWS Cloud Solution Architect certification is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Family Building Support: Financial support for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy services, including maternity top-ups and up to $20,000 for eligible services.
Mental Health Resources: Annual benefit of $2,500 per person for licensed mental health services and access to a holistic Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Wellbeing and Lifestyle Benefit: Reimbursement for gym memberships, exercise equipment, nutritionist consultations, and more.
Virtual Healthcare Services: Convenient access to consultations, diagnoses, and prescriptions for employees and their families.
Menopause Support: Inclusive policies and resources to support women during menopause.
Parental Leave Coaching: Tailored programs to support smooth transitions to and from parental leave.
Generous Time Off: Comprehensive vacation policies, floater days, and holidays.

Director, AWS Cloud Architecture (Bilingual)