Staff Cloud Engineer
Varicent · Remote · Canada only
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- Experience
- 5+ years required
- Where you can live
- Canada only
- Skills and tools
- aws, kubernetes, terraform, ci/cd, saas, compliance
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Job details
- Where you can work
- Canada
- Employment type
- Not stated by the employer
- Advertised pay
- CA$121K/yr
- Experience
- 5+ years required
- Employer publication date
- 5 November 2026
- First recorded by Psst
- 6 November 2026
- Last checked at the source
- 8 November 2026
About the job
At Varicent, we’re not just transforming the Sales Performance Management (SPM) market—we’re redefining how organizations achieve revenue success. Our cutting-edge SaaS solutions empower revenue leaders globally to design smarter go-to-market strategies, maximize seller performance, and unlock untapped potential. Varicent stands at the forefront of innovation, celebrated as a market leader in the 2025 Forrester Wave Report for SPM , 2023 Ventana Research Revenue Performance Management (RPM) Value Index , Gartner Peer Insights , 2024 Gartner SPM Market Guide , and G2. Our solutions are trusted by a diverse range of global industry leaders like T-Mobile, ServiceNow, Wawanesa Bank, Shaw Industries, Moody's, Stryker and hundreds more. Here’s why you’ll thrive at Varicent:
- Innovate with Purpose: Build impactful solutions for customers worldwide.
- Join Excellence: Work in a diverse, collaborative, and innovative team.
- Shape the Future: Lead in redefining revenue optimization.
- Grow Together: Unlock your potential in a supportive environment.
Join us at Varicent—where your talent and ambition meet limitless opportunities for success!
About the Role
Are you passionate about AWS, automation, and finding smarter ways to build and manage cloud infrastructure?
We're looking for a Staff Cloud Engineer to help us scale and improve the cloud infrastructure behind multiple Varicent products, including our Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) application.
This is more than a traditional cloud operations role. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, influence technical decisions, and bring fresh ideas to the table. We're looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving complex problems, and finding better ways to do things.
You'll work with a collaborative, remote engineering team where your expertise and initiative can make a real impact.
What You'll Do
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Design, manage, and optimize secure, scalable, and reliable AWS infrastructure across multiple SaaS products.
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Build and improve infrastructure automation using Terraform .
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Enhance CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and cloud operations.
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Improve monitoring, performance, security, and cloud cost efficiency.
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Identify opportunities for improvement, propose solutions, and drive technical initiatives from start to finish.
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Collaborate with engineers and architects, share your knowledge, and help shape cloud engineering best practices.
What You Bring
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5+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, SRE, Platform Engineering, or similar roles.
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3+ years of hands-on AWS experience , working with services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS.
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Strong hands-on Terraform expertise.
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Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automating infrastructure processes.
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Familiarity with cloud monitoring, networking, and security best practices.
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Scripting experience and a strong automation mindset.
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A proactive approach to problem-solving, with examples of independently leading technical improvements.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
Even Better If You Have
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A background in software development before moving into cloud engineering or DevOps.
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Experience with Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, or container orchestration.
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Experience supporting multiple SaaS products or complex cloud environments.
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Familiarity with ELT/ETL platforms or data-intensive applications.
You don't need to check every box. If you have strong AWS and Terraform experience, enjoy taking ownership, and love making cloud infrastructure better, we'd love to hear from you!
What Success Looks Like
Your First 30 Days: Get to know the team, explore our AWS environments and tooling, and start contributing to infrastructure improvements.
Your First 60 Days: Take ownership of initial projects, identify opportunities for automation and optimization, and collaborate on technical solutions.
Your First 90 Days: Lead a meaningful infrastructure improvement, contribute to cloud reliability and efficiency, and help shape how we support our products moving forward.
Location & Working Hours
Canada — Fully Remote
Work from anywhere in Canada! Our team collaborates during Eastern Time business hours, so you'll need to align your schedule accordingly.
Additional Information
For this role, the estimated annual base salary range is between $121,200.00 - $159,000.00 CAD . In addition to base salary, our compensation package may include bonuses, commissions for eligible sales roles, and a comprehensive benefits package. The actual base salary will vary based on factors including individual qualifications and market data, as objectively assessed during the interview process.
This posting is for a new vacancy .
This hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement — not replace — human decision-making.
Overview of Benefits
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Health & Wellness — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your local needs
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Time Off — PTO and public holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most
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Volunteer Days — Dedicated time to give back and support the communities that matter to you
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Ignite Days — Dedicated learning days to support continuous growth, skill development, and professional learning
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Financial — Compensation that reflects your market and your value
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Retirement — Retirement plans designed to help you build long-term financial security
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Tuition Assistance — Invest in your growth with support for continuing education and professional development
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Flexibility — Work where you thrive, with remote and hybrid options available across most regions
Varicent is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process please email [email protected]
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