Senior AWS Solution Architect to lead the modernization of legacy applications with CI/CD and AWS native functionalities

Our large energy client is seeking an employee to join permanently as a Senior AWS Solution Architect to lead the modernization of legacy applications with CI/CD and AWS native functionalities.

Location: Must come into downtown Calgary office 5 days/week. Only local Calgary candidates will be considered at this time.

Must-have:

• 8+ years of strong background/experience in software development with programming skills in languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python, or Typescript)
• 3+ years of solution architecture writing and IT architecture modelling capabilities (contextual, conceptual and logical) to author technical solution documents
• Proven experience modernizing legacy applications
• Proven experience implementing AWS cloud-based solutions
• In-depth knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools (e.g., GitHub Administration and Policies, and GitHub Action).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience using the Archimate modelling standard in Abacus
• Solution architecture experience with oil and gas, energy, and/or retail companies
• Master’s degree

Responsibilities:

• Guide development team through the modernization of legacy systems
• Utilize your extensive software development experience to design and implement robust, scalable solutions
• Your expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and your knowledge of CI/CD practices will be essential in driving our projects forward
• Lead the architectural design and modernization of mission critical legacy applications, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Establish, document, communicate and expand the technical vision and roadmap for the legacy payment transaction and settlement product and the plan to achieve it
• Implement CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes and enhance deployment efficiency.
• Leverage AWS native services to build scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices (e.g. Single Responsibility Principle, SOLID, etc).
• Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Perks: Well located office right off train line downtown. Gym, daycare, car & bike parking on site (for a reduced fee), Saving plan contribution matching. Healthy bonus, Stock options

Note: Must be open to taking turns in a on-call rotation schedule (1 week every ~1.5 months)