DevOps Engineer

As a DevOps Engineer at one of the top five banks, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day Business as Usual (BAU) operations while focusing on migrating select applications from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud. Your responsibilities will include:

• Client: Top 5 Bank
• Duration of Contract/Perm: 7 months + Potential extensions
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Location: Downtown Toronto 2 to 3 times per week

Responsibilities

1. Cloud Migration: Lead and execute the migration of applications to the cloud, with a strong emphasis on OpenShift and Azure platforms.
2. BAU Support: Provide ongoing support for existing applications and systems, ensuring their availability, performance, and reliability in both Unix/Linux and Windows environments.
3. Toolchain Expertise: Utilize and manage tools such as Autosys and Feed Hub to streamline workflows and optimize operational efficiency.
4. Infrastructure Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain and enhance infrastructure components, ensuring seamless integration with cloud services.
5. Scripting and Automation: Develop and maintain scripts, with a focus on Groovy, to automate routine tasks and enhance deployment processes, especially for Java-based applications.

Qualifications:

• Cloud Expertise: Proven experience with OpenShift and Azure cloud platforms, including hands-on experience with cloud migration projects.
• Operating Systems: Strong proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and comfortable working in Windows environments.
• Tool Proficiency: Proficient in Autosys and Feed Hub for effective application scheduling and data integration.
• Scripting Skills: Experience with Groovy scripting is highly desirable and will be prioritized, especially in the context of working with Java-based applications.
• Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Proficiency in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Security Practices: Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments, including vulnerability management and compliance.
• Developer's Mindset: Strong developer's mindset with a self-starter attitude, capable of maintaining and optimizing pipeline code.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with Git, Bash, Python, and experience with Autosys and Feed Hub is a plus.
• Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Problem Solver: Proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring smooth operation of applications and infrastructure.

Must have skills:

1. 3-5 years with Groovy (preferred) - reading and maintaining pipeline code for the development team (they will be required to make edits and create from scratch)
2. Familiarity with Helm Charts
3. Developer mindset that can hit the ground running, self-starter without needing hand holding
4. Familiarity with Linux and UNIX environments
5. Azure API Management experience
6. Hands on experience with Jenkins server and cloud orchestration (Azure Portal nice to have)
7. Hands on experience with Git and Artifactory (version control, branching, pull requests)

Nice-to-haves skills:

• GitHub Actions
• 3-5 Years experience with administering of OpenShift or Kubernetes deployments (GUI or command interface).
• Banking experience

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in DevOps or related roles, with a focus on cloud migration and pipeline maintenance.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a key player in a dynamic environment, contributing to the technological evolution of a top-tier banking institution.