Senior DevOps

Senior DevOps at Quartermaster. About the role Quartermaster is seeking a seasoned Senior DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team in Toronto, Ontario. This full-time position is ideal for a professional who is passionate about optimizing development and operational processes. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and deployment of applications, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to innovative solutions, we want to hear from you.

Key facts Location: Toronto, Ontario Engagement: Full-time Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience Visa: Open to candidates requiring work authorization

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Collaborate with software development teams to establish CI/CD pipelines that enhance deployment efficiency and reduce time to market.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively to ensure high availability and reliability of applications.
• Automate repetitive tasks and processes through scripting and configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Implement security best practices across the infrastructure to safeguard sensitive data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct regular system audits and performance tuning to optimize resource usage and reduce operational costs.
• Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure, processes, and procedures to ensure knowledge sharing within the team.
• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in DevOps methodologies and tools.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for production systems and respond to incidents as they arise.
• Engage in continuous learning and stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in the DevOps landscape.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions that meet business objectives.
• Contribute to the development of disaster recovery plans and ensure data backup strategies are effectively implemented.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a DevOps or related role, with a strong understanding of software development and system administration.
• Proficiency in cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with hands‑on experience in deploying and managing applications in the cloud.
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies, particularly Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI, and familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and best practices for securing cloud environments.
• Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby, with a focus on automation and efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Splunk.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced tech environment is a plus.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer) are advantageous.

Skills & tools

• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI
• Configuration management: Ansible, Puppet, Chef
• Scripting languages: Python, Bash, Ruby
• Monitoring tools: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack

Practical notes

• This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, and candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
• The company offers a competitive salary package that reflects your experience and expertise.
• Quartermaster values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us at Quartermaster and be part of a team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation in the DevOps space.