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Senior Cloud Architect

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About the role

As a Senior Cloud Architect, you will make an impact by designing, architecting, and optimizing cloud-native enterprise solutions that improve reliability, scalability, security, and performance across AWS and Azure environments. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with architects, product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that support transportation and logistics operations.

In this role, you will:

• Architect and design scalable cloud-native applications using Java and Angular across AWS and Azure platforms.
• Lead the development of secure, high-performing enterprise solutions that support critical business processes and integrations.
• Define cloud architecture standards, security best practices, and modernization strategies to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
• Drive automation through CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure best practices, and cloud-native monitoring solutions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions and guide cloud migration and modernization initiatives.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days per week in a Cognizant or client office in Mississauga, Ontario. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud architecture, and enterprise application development.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing cloud-native enterprise applications using Java and Angular.
• Hands-on expertise with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• Strong experience developing secure and scalable backend services, APIs, and distributed systems using Core Java.
• Proven ability to architect cloud solutions with a focus on performance, resiliency, observability, and cost optimization.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and production monitoring solutions.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical architectures.

These will help you stand out

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.
• Experience leading cloud migration, modernization, or transformation initiatives.
• Experience supporting transportation, logistics, or supply chain platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud security, identity management, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience mentoring engineering teams and providing architectural leadership across complex programs.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation
We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between CAD $100,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.


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.

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Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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