Cloud Engineer

💡 Ready to build high-performance cloud services that power a global video technology platform? 

We’re hiring a Cloud Engineer to develop Python-based cloud services and APIs running on AWS and Kubernetes. If you excel in backend development, cloud infrastructure, and modern DevOps tooling, this role is for you. 

💻 Who You Are 
A highly skilled Cloud Engineer with strong Python experience and deep knowledge of AWS, Kubernetes, networking, and observability. You’re comfortable owning services end-to-end and delivering reliable, scalable cloud solutions. 

📍 Work Type 

• Fully On-Site - 5 days a week in-office 
• Location: Toronto, ON 
• Vacancy Type: This is a newly created position  

🎯 What You’ll Do

• Develop backend services in Python (Tornado, Django) for AWS and Kubernetes 
• Build and optimize APIs powering distributed cloud systems 
• Deploy and scale workloads on AWS: EC2, AutoScaling, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, CloudFormation 
• Containerize and manage services using Docker and Kubernetes 
• Implement monitoring using Prometheus and Zabbix 
• Manage centralized logging systems (ELK / EFK) 
• Work with networking protocols (IP, TCP, UDP, TLS) 
• Support build pipelines using GNU Make, Meson, Autotools, SCons, or Gradle 
• Utilize media technologies such as FFmpeg and GStreamer 
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure clean, scalable service delivery 

⭐ What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience as an AWS Cloud Engineer, Backend/Python Engineer or in a similar backend/cloud-focused role 
• Strong proficiency in Python (Tornado or Django preferred) 
• Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases 
• Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, AutoScaling, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, CloudFormation) 
• Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and git 
• Good grasp of networking fundamentals (IP, TCP, UDP, TLS) 
• Experience setting up and maintaining monitoring tools (Prometheus, Zabbix) 
• Experience with centralized logging platforms (ELK/EFK) 
• Familiarity with build systems (GNU Make, Meson, Autotools, SCons, Gradle) 

🔥 What Makes This Role Exciting 

• Impact – Build the backbone of cloud services powering real-time, distributed applications 
• Innovation – Work with Python, Kubernetes, AWS, and cutting-edge media/streaming technologies 
• Growth – Develop complex cloud-native systems while deepening your expertise in backend engineering, scalability, and observability 

• Base Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 
• Stock Options: Opportunity to own a part of the company and share in its growth 
• Health Spending Account (HSA): Flexible, employer-funded account supporting your wellness 
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation 

📩 Ready to Build Scalable Cloud Software? Apply Now! 

At STACK IT Recruitment, we connect top technical talent with standout opportunities across Canada. If you meet at least 70% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply - we’d love to chat!  

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STACK IT uses AI-enhanced tools to support initial candidate screening and interview note analysis. All assessments and hiring decisions remain human-led.