Company DescriptionCanadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:
An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.
Job DescriptionInternal Job Title: DevOps SpecialistJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeJob Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ONWork Model: HybridPosition SummaryAs a DevOps Specialist in our Lottery Systems group, you will work collaboratively with other teams in the design, implementation and maintenance of the underlying systems and infrastructure for our on-prem virtualized environments and cloud environments that support our range of gaming solutions.ResponsibilitiesAutomation & DevOps
Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated building, testing, and deployment of software and OCI containers
Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) principles for provisioning and configuration management
Develop and maintain scripts and tools for systems management
Infrastructure Management
Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure
Manage and optimize clusters of physical servers, storage, and network infrastructure
Evaluate new hardware and software for deployment
Collaboration & Process Improvement
Collaborate with development teams to improve code quality and deployment processes
Develop and maintain documentation for processes, tools, and systems
Various other duties and responsibilities
Monitoring & Security
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis
Implement and maintain security measures through risk assessment and vulnerability management
QualificationsKnowledge and Experience
Bachelor's degree in computer engineering/computer science or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Knowledge of the following:
DevOps and CI/CD practices
Cloud computing
Containerization and orchestration
Infrastructure as code (IaC)
Networking and network technologies
Server hardware
Troubleshooting methodologies
Experience
5+ years of experience in an IT position
2+ years of DevOps experience
Technologies
Languages: Bash, Python, Puppet, Terraform
Containerization: Docker/Podman and Kubernetes
CI/CD Tools: Git, GitLab
Monitoring Tools: Prometheus, Grafana
Soft Skills and Competencies
Critical Thinking skills
Analysis, problem-solving
Interpersonal skills
Communication, teamwork and collaboration
Organization and time management skills
Self-directed
Growth mindset
Mandatory Requirements
Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking); fluency in Spanish is an asset
Work Location: Ability to work on-site as required
Travel: Ability to travel internationally up to 8-12 weeks/year
Additional InformationCanadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.
