Azure Architect – Montreal

Position Description:

Azure Architect – Montreal

Are you passionate about designing scalable cloud solutions? We are seeking an Azure Architect to join our team and contribute to the architecture and implementation of enterprise-grade applications on Microsoft Azure. You will leverage your technical expertise and strategic mindset to deliver secure, high-performing, and innovative solutions for both internal and customer projects.

Your role in our team
• Design Cloud Architecture: Define and implement robust, scalable, and secure solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with business analysts, developers, and project managers to align architecture with business goals.
• Ensure Best Practices: Apply Azure architecture standards, security guidelines, and performance optimization techniques.
• Integrate Modern Technologies: Implement CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates).
• Monitor & Optimize: Ensure reliability, cost-efficiency, and compliance across all cloud solutions.
• Contribute to Team Success: Work as part of a collaborative architecture team, sharing knowledge and supporting cloud-native design patterns.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

How you strengthen our team
• Able to work in both French and english.
• Proven experience as an Azure Architect.
• Expertise in Azure services (App Services, Functions, AKS, Storage, Networking, Security).
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, API design, and DevOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, compliance, and cost optimization.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (or related) are highly valued.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Additional Information
• This position involves working on both internal and customer projects.
• Onsite presence in the Montreal office is required at least 2 days per week.

CGI offre une estimation raisonnable de la fourchette salariale pour ce poste. Le calcul de cette fourchette dépend de divers facteurs, notamment le niveau de compétence, le marché géographique, l’expérience, la formation ainsi que les licences et certifications professionnelles. Les décisions en matière de rémunération dépendent des particularités de chaque cas. Une estimation raisonnable de cette fourchette salariale se situe entre 80,000$-120,000$ ce poste est vacant.

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Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the role requiring interaction with national and global clients.

Use of the term ‘architect’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices architecture or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial architect regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT architect-related functions, but licensure from an architect regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills:

• Azure
• Systems Architecture

What you can expect from us:

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Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

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