Top Benefits
About the role
💡 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
Requirements
🎯 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
Benefits
- 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!
Know someone perfect for this role? Share this posting! You might help them find their next great opportunity.
✨ We’re proud to support diversity and inclusion. Need accommodation during the hiring process? Just let us know - we’re here to help.
AI Use Disclosure:
STACK IT uses AI-enhanced tools to support initial candidate screening and interview note analysis. All assessments and hiring decisions remain human-led.
About STACK IT Recruitment
Looking for the best IT recruitment agency in Toronto? Look no further than STACK IT Recruitment! With 20 years of industry experience, we are committed to connecting top talent with leading employers. Our On-Demand and Contingency services ensure your business can secure the perfect candidate for any open position.
What sets us apart is our personalized approach, tailored to meet the unique needs of both job seekers and employers. Our dedicated team of seasoned professionals uses their vast network and technical expertise to match candidates with the perfect opportunities, ensuring successful placements time and time again.
Choose STACK IT Recruitment for your future recruitment needs and experience the difference of working with a firm that truly understands the IT landscape. Let our experienced and highly technical team take the stress out of finding you the candidate you have been searching for.
Top Benefits
About the role
💡 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
Requirements
🎯 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
Benefits
- 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!
Know someone perfect for this role? Share this posting! You might help them find their next great opportunity.
✨ We’re proud to support diversity and inclusion. Need accommodation during the hiring process? Just let us know - we’re here to help.
AI Use Disclosure:
STACK IT uses AI-enhanced tools to support initial candidate screening and interview note analysis. All assessments and hiring decisions remain human-led.
About STACK IT Recruitment
Looking for the best IT recruitment agency in Toronto? Look no further than STACK IT Recruitment! With 20 years of industry experience, we are committed to connecting top talent with leading employers. Our On-Demand and Contingency services ensure your business can secure the perfect candidate for any open position.
What sets us apart is our personalized approach, tailored to meet the unique needs of both job seekers and employers. Our dedicated team of seasoned professionals uses their vast network and technical expertise to match candidates with the perfect opportunities, ensuring successful placements time and time again.
Choose STACK IT Recruitment for your future recruitment needs and experience the difference of working with a firm that truly understands the IT landscape. Let our experienced and highly technical team take the stress out of finding you the candidate you have been searching for.