Job Description
- Toronto, Canada
- Canada
- Technology
- 19784
ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on transforming global healthcare and beyond, our most valuable asset is our people. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping solutions from start to finish. At ZS, we believe that making an impact demands a different approach; and that’s why here your ideas elevate actions, and here you’ll have the freedom to define your own path and pursue cutting-edge work. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business including portfolio strategy, customer insights, research and development, operational and technology transformation, marketing strategy and many more. If you dare to think differently, join us, and find a path where your passion can change lives.
Our most valuable asset is our people.
At ZS we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are and
make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces, obtaining the resources they need to thrive, and sharing the messages they are passionate about. Learn more
Overview
As a Cloud Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions for our clients. Your expertise will enable organizations to harness the full power of cloud technologies, driving innovation, scalability, and efficiency.
Responsibilities
Solution Architecture and Design:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect cloud solutions that align with business objectives.
- Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) based on client requirements.
- Design resilient, scalable, and cost-effective cloud architectures.
- The Cloud Engineer role will work closely with the other Engineers and client teams to design and implement the Cloud products and services.
- The Engineer will also work with offshore colleagues to configure and deploy the various solutions.
- As a member of the team, you will be responsible for solution development/support, monitoring/reporting, program governance, and reporting to stakeholders.
- Hands on design and configuration of the Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure Cloud labs and client portals
- Expressing configuration and development of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure resources using Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Providing Overall Azure expertise to the team and our clients
- Potential Live Cloud Response in a Managed Services/Operations setting.
- Helping leverage AI to automate and streamline activities.
Infrastructure Deployment and Management:
- Deploy and configure cloud infrastructure components (virtual machines, containers, databases, etc.).
- Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
- Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, security, and cost efficiency.
Cloud Migration and Modernization:
- Lead cloud migration projects, ensuring seamless transition from on-premises to cloud environments.
- Refactor legacy applications for cloud-native deployment.
- Implement DevOps practices for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
Security and Compliance:
- Implement robust security controls, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and best practices.
- Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans.
Automation and Orchestration:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for provisioning and managing cloud resources.
- Orchestrate workflows using tools like Kubernetes, Jenkins, or Ansible.
Collaboration and Client Engagement:
- Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and support during project execution.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, project managers, and development teams.
- Collaborate with other technical teams to integrate solutions seamlessly.
- Participate in scrum calls and agile ceremonies, and effectively communicate work progress, issues and dependencies.
- Collaborate with client facing teams to understand solution context and contribute in technical requirement gathering and analysis.
- Work with technical architects on the team to validate design and implementation approach.
Continuous Learning and Innovation:
- Stay abreast of cloud industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
- Pursue relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect).
- Contribute to thought leadership within the organization.
Mentorship and Coaching:
- Mentor junior Cloud Engineers, fostering their growth and skill development.
Education / Skills / Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Certifications: Preferred certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Skills:
- You should have a deep understanding of the Azure platform, services, and features, such as Azure Compute, Azure Storage, and Azure Networking. Knowledge about implementing, managing, and monitoring identity, governance, and compliance features in Azure is also beneficial
- Programming Skills: You will often need to write scripts to automate tasks, so proficiency in a programming language such as Python, JavaScript or PowerShell is essential
- Cloud Security – you need to be knowledgeable about protecting information and systems in the cloud. This can include understanding how to configure security protocols, manage security services, and adhere to compliance regulations within the Azure environment
- DevOps Practices: Familiarity with DevOps principles and tools like Azure DevOps, Github, Jenkins, Chef, and Puppet can be vital as Azure engineers often work in environments that follow DevOps practices. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) also forms an important part of this skill set.
- Networking: Understanding networking principles and protocols, like TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, VPNs, and routing, is crucial. Azure engineers often design and implement cloud networking solutions within Azure
- Ability to travel to other offices or client locations as needed.
- Strong communication skills
Experience:
- 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure, or related roles.
- Proficiency in at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing.
- Strong scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact in global healthcare and beyond. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.
ZS is committed to providing and maintaining a safe workplace. In order to keep its employees safe, ZS recommends that all its employees and contractors be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination can be voluntarily provided upon acceptance of offer of employment.
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