Cloud Engineer

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world. Job Description: What will you do? Assist in implementing cloud infrastructure solutions under guidanceParticipating in cloud migration projects and modernization initiativesFollow established cloud governance policies and best practicesContribute to cloud resource optimization effortsImplement security measures as directed by senior team membersExecute automation scripts for infrastructure provisioning and management, incorporating GenAI-driven processesSupport the implementation of multi-cloud or hybrid cloud solutionsReceive mentorship from senior engineers and learn from their expertiseCollaborate with team members to align cloud work with business needsMonitor performance and assist with capacity planning for cloud environmentsLearn about and experiment with emerging cloud technologiesCreate and maintain documentation for specific cloud systems and processesContribute ideas for improving cloud adoption and utilizationAssist in troubleshooting issues in cloud environmentsParticipate in routine security checks and assessmentsSeek guidance on cloud-related decisions from senior team membersParticipate in after hours work and on-call rotation as required Strategy and Innovation: Assist in implementing cloud solutions aligned with the organization's strategyLearn about and experiment with new cloud technologies under guidanceParticipate in proof-of-concept projects for cloud solutionsContribute to the development of cloud-native applications and servicesAssist in optimizing cloud resources and identifying cost-saving opportunitiesSupport cloud-based digital transformation initiativesLearn about AI and machine learning applications in cloud environmentsHelp migrate legacy systems to cloud architecture following established plansImplement solutions for common cloud challenges under supervisionFollow cloud governance and security best practicesGain experience with containerization technologiesAssist in maintaining multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environmentsSupport cloud resilience and disaster recovery effortsLearn about edge computing and its integration with cloud systemsApply DevOps and SRE practices in daily workMonitor cloud performance and assist with basic troubleshootingPractice using infrastructure-as-code tools and techniques What will you need to succeed? Growing experience in working with technical teams and contributing to project deliveryDeveloping understanding of cloud services offerings and their business applicationsGood communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical colleaguesBuilding relationships with team members and immediate stakeholdersImproving presentation and written communication skills for team-level interactionsSolid technical foundation with eagerness to learn new technologiesDeveloping technical skills, able to assist senior team members and contribute to projectsLearning to communicate technical concepts clearly to immediate team and stakeholdersBasic knowledge of IT engineering and operational practices, applying them in day-to-day tasksAbility to handle multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectivelyBeginning to build a professional network within the organization and industry Experience, Skills and Education: Possesses a university degree and/or 5+ years relevant work experience1-2 years of hands-on Cloud Computing experience in enterprise environmentsExperience in executing and optimizing processes following industry frameworks such as CMMI, ITIL, or Six SigmaExperience in implementing processes to meet organizational needs at an enterprise level Tools and Technology Knowledge of multiple major cloud platform hyperscalers such as AWS, GCP, Azure, AliCloudUnderstanding IaaS and associated enterprise-grade tooling such as Terraform, CloudFormation, resource manager, deployment managerProgramming and scripting capabilities with proficiency in multiple languages such as Java, JavaScript, YAML, Python, .Net, or other relevant languagesKnowledge of containerization and orchestration tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, OpenShift, with experience in large-scale implementations What’s in it for you: Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the US - 2022Great Place to Work® award for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork2022 Named “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor - 2021Canada Award for Excellence for Mental Health at Work 2021 Flexible hybrid work model including in-country work-from-home if you prefer.Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security. This role requires Reliability Status Clearance. In addition to a law enforcement inquiry and a credit check, as part of your application, the Government of Canada will ask if you lived or travelled outside of Canada for 6-consecutive months during the last 5 years, and you must account for all activities during this time. Important: Obtaining Reliability Status Clearance within a reasonable amount of time is a condition required to start employment for this role at Sun Life. The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results. Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com. We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you. We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling. We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Salary Range: 65,000/65 000 - 105,000/105 000 Job Category: IT - Technology Services Posting End Date: 22/09/2026