Senior Cloud Application Architect

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.
Vancouver, BC, CanadaMontreal, QC, CanadaCalgary, AB, Canada
$126,000 - $210,400
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Senior Cloud Application Architect

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking highly talented hands-on technical architects and senior developers for their Professional Services business. This role represents an exceptional opportunity to join Amazon's world-class technology team, working alongside top-tier engineers while developing skills and advancing your career within one of the most innovative technology companies.

The position involves working with AWS Professional Services, collaborating across the entire AWS organization to deliver solutions and drive feature innovation based on customer needs. You'll be part of a team that engages in business-critical, high-profile projects for customers and partners, helping them leverage the evolving AWS platform effectively.

As a Senior Cloud Application Architect, you'll lead technical discussions with enterprise executives, architect cloud-native applications, and provide deep software development expertise. The role requires extensive experience in cloud architecture, strong programming skills, and the ability to work with various AWS services including API Gateway, Lambda, ECS, DynamoDB, and more.

Key responsibilities include leading technical teams, architecting scalable solutions, implementing best practices, and influencing customer infrastructure decisions. You'll work in a diverse, inclusive environment that values continuous learning and innovation. AWS offers comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong focus on work-life harmony.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software development experience, strong leadership capabilities, and expertise in cloud technologies. You'll be part of AWS Global Services, working alongside experts who help customers design, build, operate, and secure their cloud environments. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects while contributing to AWS's mission of being Earth's most customer-centric company.

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Responsibilities For Senior Cloud Application Architect

  • Work as a technical leader alongside customer business, development, and infrastructure teams
  • Lead technical and design discussions with IT enterprise executives
  • Help customers architect and build highly scalable cloud-native applications on AWS
  • Provide deep software development knowledge with respect to cloud architecture
  • Leverage technology paradigms (serverless, containers, microservices)
  • Advise customers on implementing and adopting AWS best practices
  • Influence customer infrastructure and architecture decisions

Requirements For Senior Cloud Application Architect

Java
JavaScript
Node.js
Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • 8+ years experience in large scale software development or application engineering
  • Strong hands-on proficiency in two or more programming languages: Java, JavaScript, Node.js, Python, Go, C/C++, or C#
  • 8+ years of relevant technology leadership experience
  • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior business and technology leaders
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and practices
  • Fluent in French and English if based in Montreal

Benefits For Senior Cloud Application Architect

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Work-life balance
  • Career development opportunities
  • Mentorship programs
  • Inclusive work environment

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