Role: AWS Architect

Location: Halifax, NS (Hybrid) OR Totonto,Canada

Key Responsibilities

- AWS Architecture - Design, deploy, and optimize scalable cloud solutions using EC2, Lambda, SSM, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, and related services.
- Infrastructure Automation - Build and maintain IaC using Terraform with reusable modules, state management, and CI/CD integration.
- Configuration & Systems Management - Implement automated patching, configuration, and remote management using AWS SSM.
- Version Control - Manage code repositories, branching strategies, and release workflows using Git.
- OS Administration - Perform system administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting across Windows and Unix platforms.
- Security & Compliance - Implement cloud security controls, network segmentation, encryption, and compliance standards.
- Monitoring & Optimization - Set up observability dashboards, alerts, and performance tuning for cloud workloads.
- Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with architecture, DevOps, and delivery teams to ensure smooth deployments and operational excellence.

Mandatory Skills

Skill Proficiency





Years of Experience

Basic Knowledge

Medium

Expert

AWS ( EC2, Lamda, SSM, VPC)

5

Yes

Terraform

2

Yes

GIT

2

Yes

Windows / Unix

2

Yes

Compensation:

We are offering between $110,000 - $120,000. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and perks 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.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

📌 AWS Engineer (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality