Job Specifications
Job Description:
We are looking for a hands-on leader to drive the strategy, development, and operations of cloud-based infrastructure and AI-driven technologies. This role will ensure the organization’s digital infrastructure is secure, scalable, and aligned with business goals, supporting the delivery of digital products and services at scale.
The Senior Manager will lead a team of engineers and administrators, while also rolling up their sleeves on Azure engineering when needed. This is a high-visibility leadership role requiring both technical depth and people leadership skills.
This is a hybrid role expected to come to their downtown Toronto office based on the needs of the business (1-2 days a week)
Responsibilities
Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of Microsoft Azure infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and resiliency.
Implement AIOps practices, automation, observability, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
Manage enterprise applications such as M365, including availability, upgrades, and compliance.
Guide and mentor team members, fostering technical excellence and career growth.
Collaborate with product, data, and cybersecurity leaders to align infrastructure with strategic objectives.
Provide technical direction during major incidents and ensure documented root cause analysis.
Oversee vendor relationships, budgets, and ongoing cloud cost optimization.
Ensure compliance with Canadian data privacy regulations, PCI, PHIPA, and other frameworks.
Qualifications
10+ years in infrastructure/operations roles, including 5+ years in leadership positions.
Advanced expertise in Microsoft Azure (architecture, engineering, governance).
Strong background in Infrastructure-as-Code, DevOps, automation, and observability.
Exposure to AI/ML and interest in leading AIOps adoption.
Proven ability to balance hands-on technical execution with strategic leadership.
Strong communication skills to bridge technical and business audiences.
Azure certifications (AZ-305, AZ-400) are assets.
Why Join
This is an opportunity to build a strategic cloud foundation and help shape the organization’s digital future. You’ll be at the forefront of cloud innovation and AI operations, directly influencing digital product delivery and organizational impact.
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About Affinity:
Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 12631
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