Director of Cloud Technology - Canada

Job Title: Director of Cloud Technology
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent

About:
We are a leading tech organization dedicated to leveraging the latest advancements for unparalleled success. Committed to reshaping infrastructure through cloud innovation, we empower our team to unlock the cloud's potential. Our company is on a modernization journey from a technology perspective, and as Director of Cloud Technology, you will oversee the development of cloud solutions.

Role Overview:
As Director of Cloud Technology, you'll drive our cloud initiatives with strategic leadership and deep cloud expertise. Leading a dedicated team, you'll shape advanced cloud solutions aligned with our goals.

Key Responsibilities:

* Cloud Strategy & Governance: Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud strategy, emphasizing Architecture, DevOps Automation, Scalability, Security, Disaster Recovery, and Compliance.
* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a cloud team, fostering a culture of innovation and technical expertise.
* Cloud Infrastructure Management: Oversee cloud infrastructure design, deployment, and optimization (Azure, Azure) for performance and cost-efficiency.
* Technical Expertise: Stay updated on emerging cloud tech, guiding the team on key concepts and technologies.
* Security & Compliance: Implement security measures, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks within cloud environments.
* Vendor Management: Optimize cloud provider relationships and costs while evaluating new technologies.
* Budget Oversight: Manage cloud infrastructure budgets, optimizing spending while upholding performance standards.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related field.
* Proven experience in cloud strategy, governance, and technical expertise.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice to Have (Certifications):

* Certified Cloud Practitioner
* Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
* WS Certified Solutions Architect
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
* Certified DevOps Engineer (AWS, Azure, etc.)
* Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)