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In this role you will:\nDesign, implementation of enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms on GCP GKE and Azure AKS environments..\nDevelop and maintain reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform to automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management across multi-cloud environments.\nImplement scalable, secure, and highly available Kubernetes solutions including networking, ingress, autoscaling, observability, and disaster recovery capabilities\nDesign and integrate CI/CD and GitOps workflows to support automated application deployment, platform operations, compliance, and infrastructure governance..\nDesign and build scalable Cloud/AI platforms and components for Enterprise security use cases\nProvide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams while driving cloud platform standards, operational excellence, automation strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nCollaborate with security, networking, and application teams to implement cloud security best practices including IAM, RBAC, workload identity, secrets management, and policy enforcement.\nContinuously refine and enhance deployment processes, onboarding workflows, and implementation guidelines.\nCreate and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, troubleshooting guides, and operational procedures.\nEstablish effective working relationships across multiple technology and business partners, project teams, and stakeholders.\nUnderstand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.\nChampion a customer-focused engineering mindset and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment.\nDo you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:\n8+ Years of hands-on experience designing and implementing Kubernetes platforms using GKE and Azure AKS in enterprise environments\n5+ years of Advanced proficiency with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices including modular design, remote state management, workspace strategy, CI/CD integration plan and multi-environment deployments\n5+ years of Experience in GCP and Azure Cloud services including networking, IAM, load balancing, storage and security services.\n5+ years of Experience implementing CI/CD and GitOps workflows using tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Argo CD, Helm or similar automation platforms\nStrong knowledge of containerization technologies including Docker, Kubernetes networking, ingress controller, autoscaling and service mesh concepts.\nExperienced with Cloud and Kubernetes security best practices including RBAC, workload identity, secrets management, vulnerability management and policy enforcement.\nStrong Scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash or similar languages.\nSolid knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks.\nExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong work ethic and reliability\nExcellent communication and time management skills\nExperience delivering training using virtual conferencing\nAbility to develop technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and operational procedures.\nAbility to prepare communications, briefings, and technical summaries for senior stakeholders when required.\nProven success working within a matrix organization and collaborating across cross-functional teams.\nStrong prioritizing, planning, analytical, presentation, project/change management, and relationship building skills\nWhat's in it for you?\nDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.\nAccessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. \nUpskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.\nCompetitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.\nCommunity Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, Humans of Digital and much more!\nLocation(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto\nScotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: \"for every future\", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.\nAt Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. 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