Cloud Engineer (Azure, az cli, Powershell)

Job Type: Permanent Work Model: Remote Reference code: 132580 Primary Location: Toronto, ON All Available Locations: Toronto, ON; Calgary, AB; Ottawa, ON; Vancouver, BC Our Purpose At Ironwood Digital , our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians. By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters. Have many careers in one Firm. Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness. Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching -- Ironwood Digital Global is the engine of the Ironwood Digital network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization. What will your typical day look like? The Manager, Cloud Engineer (Azure) will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing cloud platform solutions that align with business needs. This hands-on role requires deep Azure expertise, C# programming and scripting proficiency, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to drive automation and innovation. Responsibilities: • Design and Develop Cloud Solutions: Create and prototype API specifications to automate provisioning, controls, compliance, and delivery of secure cloud platform services. • Architectural Leadership: Provide strategic direction and thought leadership for Azure-based cloud platform solutions while ensuring alignment with business objectives. • Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with development, operations, and business teams to streamline application lifecycle processes through automation and custom cloud solutions. • DevOps Enablement: Lead the adoption of DevOps practices, tools, and processes to establish fully automated build/release pipelines and ensure stability and consistency. • Troubleshooting and Optimization: Identify and resolve automation and cloud platform issues to ensure timely project delivery and high-quality outcomes. About the team Ironwood Digital Technology works at the forefront of technology development and processes to support and protect Ironwood Digital around the world. In this truly global environment, we operate not in what is but rather what can be to help Ironwood Digital deliver and connect with its clients, its communities, and one another in ways not previously conceived. Enough about us, let’s talk about you Required Qualifications: • Azure Expertise: 4-5 years of hands-on experience with Azure, including console management and scripting (az cli, Powershell). • Azure Certification: Mandatory certification in Azure cloud technologies. • Scripting Proficiency: Advanced skills in scripting languages (az cli, Powershell) to support automation and development. • Cloud Development Tools: Proficiency with continuous integration tools (e.g., Github actions, Azure DevOps) and code management tools (e.g., GitHub, BitBucket). • API Design and Development: Intermediate proficiency in backend API design and development, especially using C# .NET. Preferred Qualifications: • Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile development practices, with SAFe, Agile, or Scrum certifications preferred. • Cloud Security Standards: Understanding of cloud security and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, CIS, NIST). • Database Operations: Proficiency with traditional and no-sql database operations and queries (e.g., MS SQL Server, MongoDB). • DevOps Culture: Demonstrated ability to cultivate DevOps practices and lead the establishment of tooling and processes for automation. Total Rewards The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $156,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Ironwood Digital is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that diff