Role: AWS Architect
Location: Halifax, NS (Hybrid)
Key Responsibilities
· AWS Architecture — Design, deploy, and optimize scalable cloud solutions using EC2, Lambda, SSM, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, and related services.
· Infrastructure Automation — Build and maintain IaC using Terraform with reusable modules, state management, and CI/CD integration.
· Configuration & Systems Management — Implement automated patching, configuration, and remote management using AWS SSM.
· Version Control — Manage code repositories, branching strategies, and release workflows using Git.
· OS Administration — Perform system administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting across Windows and Unix platforms.
· Security & Compliance — Implement cloud security controls, network segmentation, encryption, and compliance standards.
· Monitoring & Optimization — Set up observability dashboards, alerts, and performance tuning for cloud workloads.
Mandatory Skills (Top 5 Keywords or skills) | Skill Proficiency | |||
Years of Experience | Basic Knowledge | Medium | Expert | |
AWS ( EC2, Lamda, SSM, VPC) | 5 | Yes | ||
Terraform | 2 | Yes | ||
GIT | 2 | Yes | ||
Windows / Unix | 2 | Yes |
· Stakeholder Collaboration — Work closely with architecture, DevOps, and delivery teams to ensure smooth deployments and operational excellence.
Compensation: We are offering between $110,000 – $120,000. Applications will be accepted until Sep 30, 2026.Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
