Magnet Forensics is a global leader in digital investigative software, acquiring, analyzing, and sharing evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices.Role Overview The Director, Cloud Engineering is responsible for the strategy, operation, security, governance, and financial stewardship of Magnet's cloud platform and shared engineering services. This leader partners closely with Engineering, Product, UX, Security, IT, Compliance, Finance, and Go‑to‑Market teams to ensure the cloud platform enables rapid product innovation while meeting the highest standards for reliability, security, compliance, and cost efficiency. Define and execute the cloud platform strategy that supports Magnet's SaaS products and long‑term business objectives.

Partner with engineering leaders to deliver highly available and scalable cloud services. Lead cross‑functional initiatives that improve platform consistency, operational maturity, and engineering effectiveness across product teams. Champion platform architecture standards and participate in technical governance and architectural review processes.

Security, Compliance & Regulatory Enablement Lead cloud platform readiness for security and compliance frameworks, including FedRAMP and other regulatory requirements. Partner with Security and Compliance teams to implement secure‑by‑default platforms, policies, and operational controls. Evaluate emerging regulatory and sovereign cloud requirements and develop strategies to support global customers.





Partner with Finance and Engineering leaders to align technology investments with business priorities. Establish frameworks that balance innovation, performance, and cost control. AI Strategy & Operational Enablement Drive responsible adoption of AI technologies across Engineering and Shared Services.

Evaluate, operationalize, and govern AI platforms, services, and tooling. Develop strategies for monitoring, managing, and optimizing AI‑related infrastructure and spend. Identify opportunities to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and decision‑making through AI‑enabled workflows.

Partner with business and engineering stakeholders to maximize organizational value from AI investments. Lead evaluation, selection, negotiation, and lifecycle management of cloud providers, technology platforms, and engineering tools. Manage major cloud and software licensing agreements.

Engineering

Leadership & Developer Experience Build, develop, and lead high‑performing cloud and platform engineering teams. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Create an workplace where engineering teams can build, deploy, and operate software efficiently and reliably. 10+ years of experience in software engineering,



cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or related technical disciplines. ~5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering managers and/or technical teams. ~ Deep expertise with public cloud platforms, preferably AWS. ~ Experience with building and maintaining a private cloud infrastructure. ~ Strong understanding of cloud security, compliance, governance, and risk management. ~ Experience building platform engineering or developer experience organisations.

Familiarity with AI and machine learning infrastructure, governance, and operational practices. Knowledge of observability, cloud operations, and reliability engineering practices. Generous time off policies Healthcare and retirement benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process.

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📌 Director of Cloud Engineering Services (Ottawa)
🏢 Magnet Forensics
📍 Ottawa