Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:

• PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
• Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.
In 2023, our unwavering dedication to innovation garnered recognition as a Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ Program Company. Our clientele boasts industry leaders such as Walmart, GM, TIME Magazine, Salesforce, Tableau, Splunk, Bolt.com, Freedom House, and more.
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• +8 years of experience in similar roles.
• Extensive expertise with Azure cloud services.
• Strong experience with networking, security, and cloud governance.
• Proficiency in IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in cloud cost optimization and resource management.
• Proven ability to lead cloud transformation projects.

WHY WORK FOR LAUNCHPAD?

• 100% remote
• People first culture
• Excellent compensation in US Dollars
• Hardware setup for working from home
• Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia
• Training allowances
• Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc.
• …and more!
  At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.
  Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story! Contact us today.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Lead Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure with a strong focus on Azure. This role requires strategic planning, execution of cloud projects, and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure scalable and secure cloud solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design cloud-based architectures aligned with business needs and objectives.
• Define cloud strategies and roadmaps to drive digital transformation.
• Plan and execute cloud migration projects, ensuring minimal downtime and risk.
• Optimize cloud environments for security, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
• Automate infrastructure deployment using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.
• Collaborate with development teams to define best practices for cloud adoption.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.