Cloud Solutions Architect
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026.
Posting End Date: 31/10/2006
Status: Regular
Number of Openings: 1
Education Level: 4-Year University education in either Computer Science, Information Systems or IT related field.
Base Location: 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8W8
Shift: Days
Travel Required: 10%
Salary Range: $2,751.92 - $3,227.88
Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.
Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.
Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Cloud Solutions Architect.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Senior Manager, IT Services, this position is responsible for representing the cloud platform services teams to lead architectural and solutioning decisions, with their partners in the enterprise architecture teams, leveraging broad technical expertise across networking, Azure (including landing zones), Kubernetes, on-prem compute, Hyper-V clusters, storage solutions, and infrastructure engineering-supported by a technical development background, programming skills (asset), and strong road-mapping capabilities.
Key Accountabilities
- Collaborate closely with cloud platform services teams to support enterprise-wide architecture initiatives.
- Lead architectural and solutioning decisions, ensuring scalable and secure cloud-integrated designs.
- Apply broad technical expertise across networking, Azure services, and on-prem compute environments.
- Utilize deep knowledge of Azure offerings, including Landing Zones and Kubernetes related services.
- Support infrastructure built on Hyper-V clusters and modern storage solutions.
- Leverage networking experience as an asset to complement cloud architecture responsibilities.
- Draw on a technical development and infrastructure engineering background to guide design decisions.
- Develop and maintain technology roadmaps to align cloud architecture with business and IT strategy.
Qualifications
- 4-Year University education in either Computer Science, Information Systems or IT related field
- Over 8 years experience working in in designing and implementing scalable, cloud-integrated systems, leading enterprise architecture in complex IT environments, aligning business and technology strategy, and mentoring architecture staff
- Proven experience collaborating with cloud platform services teams to support enterprise-level architectural initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to lead architectural and solution design decisions in complex IT environments.
- Advanced technical proficiency across Azure services, Kubernetes, networking fundamentals, and on-prem compute infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with Hyper-V clusters, storage solutions, and broader infrastructure engineering.
- Background in software development or programming, enabling effective technical decision-making (programming considered an asset).
- Strong capability in developing and maintaining technology roadmaps that align with organizational strategy.
The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact [email protected].
What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.
As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.
The Darlington New Nuclear Project is leading the way in the advancement of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in Canada - the future of nuclear power generation! Using new and innovative technologies such as small modular reactors, hydrogen and battery storage, while expanding our hydroelectric and nuclear portfolios, we are changing the electricity landscape in Ontario.
Important Information
The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.
OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.
In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.
All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.
OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.
Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.