DevOps Engineer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in Databricks, Infrastructure management, Terraform, DevOps, and Azure. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust cloud solutions that support our business needs. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, automation, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Mississauga, On is $130k - $140k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management:
• Design and implement scalable and secure cloud infrastructure using Azure services.
• Manage and optimize cloud resources to ensure high availability and performance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure and services.
• Databricks Expertise:
• Develop and manage Databricks environments for data processing and analytics.
• Implement ETL pipelines using Databricks and integrate with other data sources.
• Optimize Databricks performance and cost.
• Terraform Configuration:
• Write and maintain Terraform scripts to automate infrastructure provisioning.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices to ensure reproducibility and consistency.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate Terraform into CI/CD pipelines.
• DevOps Practices:
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments and testing.
• Use tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous deployment.
• Ensure security and compliance in DevOps workflows.
• Azure Cloud Services:
• Utilize Azure services such as Azure VMs, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure SQL Database, Azure Blob Storage, etc.
• Implement and manage Azure Networking, including VNETs, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.
• Manage Azure Active Directory and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Collaboration and Documentation:
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, data scientists, and IT operations.
• Document infrastructure designs, configurations, and procedures.
• Provide training and support to team members on cloud technologies and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cloud engineering with a focus on Azure.
• Proven experience with Databricks and data engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Terraform and infrastructure as code principles.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and practices.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and cloud security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred, but not required:

• Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer).
• Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Big Data technologies and frameworks.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability to learn new technologies and methodologies.

We offer:

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days).
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Flexible hybrid policy.
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%.
• A higher education certification policy.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.