Senior Cloud Consultant

WHO WE ARE:

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley Ventures, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE 

As a Cloud Migration Architect, you will be responsible for developing and executing cloud migration strategies for our clients' complex IT environments. Leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and best practices, you will design and implement robust migration plans, ensuring minimal disruption to operations while optimizing performance, security, and scalability.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE: 

• Lead the assessment of current IT infrastructure, identifying migration opportunities to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Design and develop comprehensive migration strategies tailored to specific client needs, ensuring a smooth transition to the cloud.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing technical expertise and guidance throughout the migration lifecycle.
• Architect scalable and secure cloud solutions, integrating high availability, disaster recovery, and cost optimization strategies.
• Develop migration roadmaps, timelines, and documentation, ensuring adherence to project goals and timelines.
• Implement best practices for infrastructure as code (IaC), automation, and orchestration tools to streamline migration processes.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services, tools, and technologies based on client requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud migration.

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:  

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 
• 10 years of experience in cloud engineering or a related role. 
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and familiarity with associated services. 
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, networking, and security best practices. 
• Solid knowledge of security, compliance, and governance principles in cloud environments.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation). 
• Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator) are a plus. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

…AND YOU ARE... 

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do   
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges 
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader  
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision 
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable 
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members 
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations 
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively 
• Energized by our company values!   

MARINER OFFERS YOU:  

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter  
• Flexible work location 
• Support for remote work/work from home
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days
• Unlimited training 
   

WHY MARINER?

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.

Join our growing team!