Senior Solutions Architect (Infrastructure)

TL;DR

Senior Solutions Architect (Infrastructure): Designing and implementing complex on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure solutions for mission-critical client environments with an accent on security, scalability, and performance. Focus on leading discovery workshops, translating business requirements into technical architectures, and managing end-to-end project delivery.

Location: Must be based in Ottawa, ON

Company

hirify.global is a rapidly scaling IT consulting firm specializing in mission-critical environments and security-focused infrastructure solutions.

What you will do

• Lead discovery sessions and workshops to validate business and technical requirements.
• Design scalable solution architectures across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Implement infrastructure builds, migrations, and platform configurations.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive architecture documentation, runbooks, and implementation plans.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal practice development.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in IT consulting, systems engineering, or infrastructure roles.
• 3+ years of experience in a client-facing capacity.
• Proven expertise in designing solutions for AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization, networking, storage, and identity management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive-level presentations.

Nice to have

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, or NIST.
• Background in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on programs with genuine national and allied security impact.
• Flat, high-trust culture with direct access to senior leadership.
• Competitive compensation including performance incentives and IR premiums.
• Continuous learning budget and certification sponsorship.
• Comprehensive benefits package and clear career growth paths.