DevOps Engineer

Why iTel

We're growing rapidly, and we're excited about it. We have our sights set high as we've built the largest business internet, voice, and data footprint in Canada. We are using our extensive network to connect people and workplaces across Canada while pushing the boundaries of what is possible by combining Canada's largest network with an extensive portfolio of next-generation technologies.

Our team is distributed across Canada, and we are 100% committed to remote work, enabling us to always hire the best person for the job, regardless of where they live. We're proud to have integrated the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative environment of a virtual office. As a leader in innovative technology solutions, we're using the best tools available to empower the close-knit teamwork and supportive, interactive culture that's been key to our success.

What You Will Do

Lead the architecture, development, and deployment of a hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructure, utilizing Kubernetes, Docker and other cloud-native technologies. This position is responsible for designing and implementing a robust logging, SNMP, and telemetry monitoring platform to support several thousand network and system devices at scale. The engineer will also assist with the migration of our current VMWare environment to a KVM based environment. The engineer will optimize CI/CD pipelines, automation while ensuring high availability and performance across the system stack.

• Manage and monitor all infrastructure and system installations, including configurations, testing, and maintenance.
• Design, deploy, and maintain hybrid on-prem and Cloud-based Kubernetes infrastructure, leveraging Cilium, Cloud Storage, and related networking technologies.
• Architect and maintain a logging and monitoring platform using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Logstash, Elasticsearch, and SNMP-based telemetry solutions.
• Automate system deployment, configuration management, and monitoring using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Helm and Ansible.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enhance development workflows and streamline application deployment.
• Communicate with stakeholders to understand business and system requirements.
• Collaborates with team members and departments to design, monitor and resolve system implementation activities.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes all technical and business documents required to support technical solutions created, including user guides.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps or on-prem Cloud Infrastructure roles.

Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in Kubernetes (on-prem & cloud-based), Cilium for networking, and Storage solutions.
• Strong experience in building scalable monitoring and logging platforms using Prometheus, Grafana, Logstash, Elasticsearch, and SNMP telemetry.
• Proficiency in Linux administration, containerization (Docker), and orchestration technologies.
• Strong knowledge of VMWare or similar virtualization technologies
• Experience with networking, security policies, and automation in Kubernetes environments.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm, etc.).
• Familiarity with scripting and development languages such as Python, Go, or Bash.
• Experience in managing high-availability and fault-tolerant systems at scale.
• Ability to organize work, be accurate, set priorities, multi-task and work with minimal direction; ability to meet strict deadlines
• Possesses integrity, confidentiality and high ethical standards
• Demonstrates initiative, judgment and adaptability; takes a solution-based approach to problems and resolves problems quickly and effectively
• Certifications in Kubernetes (CKA/CKS), GCP, or related technologies would be an asset.
• Strong project management skills would be an asset

Perks and Benefits:

• 🌴 Vacation starting at 3 weeks
• 🛌 Paid personal days.
• 👶 Parental leave top-up to support your growing family.
• 🎂 Paid time off on your birthday.
• 💼 Lifestyle spending account to tailor benefits to your personal needs.
• 🏥 Comprehensive benefits plan: Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 🧑‍⚕️ Employee and Family Assistance Program: Providing support for you and your family.
• 📚 Professional development: We support your growth with paid memberships, training, and development opportunities.
• 🏆 Rewards and recognition system: Win prizes for your achievements.
• ✈️ Annual event: We fly you down to beautiful Shuswap lake, BC, for a weekend of fun and getting to know your coworkers.