Devops Specialist

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit Role
Develop and implement DevOps practices, such as Continuous Integration,Continuous Deployment, and Continuous Monitoring, to improve the speed,quality, and reliability of our software releasesCollaborate with development and operations teams to automate and streamlinethe build, test, and deployment processes.Utilize Terraform and Terragrunt to create and manage infrastructure as codefor various cloud platforms, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.Manage and enhance version control systems, particularly Git, to ensurecodebase integrity and collaboration efficiency.Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python to streamline repetitivetasks and enhance overall system efficiency.Advise business groups by providing technical and strategic guidance thatidentify and address business issues and opportunitiesProvide technical design, coding, testing, implementation, maintenance,system and technical support for DevOps pipelines using industry standard ETLtools.Extract data from multiple sources, integrate disparate data into a commondata model, and integrate data into a target database, application, or fileusing efficient ETL processesImplement and optimize CI/CD processes to enable rapid and reliable softwarereleases.Set up and configure monitoring and logging solutions to ensure the healthand performance of systems and applications.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirementsand provide expertise on DevOps best practices.Skilled at coaching development teams on version control best practices toensure code quality, collaboration, and maintainable workflows.Communicate effectively with clients to gather requirements, provide updates,and ensure alignment with project goals.Provide on-call support in support of DevOps pipelines in production andsupport source upgrades, Hardware/Software upgrade projects with impactanalysis, fixes and end-to-end testingProvide operational support on failures and outagesImplement new technologies by participating in the assessment of tools,software, and technological practicesTroubleshoot issues related to software, compute, storage and networkingDesign training programs, create documentation and user guides, and delivertraining to other Team MembersStay on top and showcase knowledge in the industry’s latest trends andtechnologies in Data AnalyticsCollaborate with other teams, team members and stakeholdersRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer/Data Science or relateddiscipline5+ years of experience in Information Technology3+ years of proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or Consultant.2+ years of proven experience with Jenkins and GitLab for CI/CD.2+ years of hands‑on experience with Terraform and/or Terragrunt forinfrastructure automation.2+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.Strong experience with Git‑based version control platforms (GitLab,Bitbucket, GitHub), including creating and reviewing merge requests, managingfeature branches, and enforcing branching and merging strategies.Critical Thinking, Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsHighly motivated, enthusiastic, and a positive thinkerSolid scripting skills in Python.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑orientedenvironment.Preferred Qualifications
Solid scripting skills in Python, Groovy and BashWindows Azure, Azure Resources, Azure SecurityGood understanding and ability to apply various process and Design PatternsHands on experience in Soap/Rest API/web serviceRelational Database Experience (SQL Server)Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)Relevant certifications (e.G., Jenkins, Azure, Gitlab etc)Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans;
and an employee and family assistance program.The compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.MDA is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.
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