Systems Engineer: Linux (9 month contract)

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  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Venture outside the ordinary - TMX CareersThe TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.Ready to be part of the action? Linux Systems Engineer required to help with upcoming project work, and support.The Systems Engineer is responsible for management and support of various infrastructure technologies on the distributed system platforms. The incumbent will design, build ,and maintain technical solutions based on business requirements and evaluation of information technology trends and practices.The engineer will require a broad skill set with excellent problem solving and analytical skills in addition to a strong automation and programmatic, Infrastructure as Code, approach to systems management.Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools
  • Create and maintain systems configuration leveraging industry standard configuration management tools and processes
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions utilizing best practices and standards that meet the strategic business goals
  • Develop scripts for programmatic solutions to complex systems tasks
  • Identify system resource bottlenecks and work with other teams to test and tune systems for optimal performance
  • Proactively ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability
  • Create, maintain and enforce systems standards
  • Create and maintain procedural and technical documentation
  • Provide 2nd and 3rd level systems support
  • Provide rotational on-call support outside of regular business hours
  • Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
  • Identify and recommend emerging technologies as they relate to team objectives
  • Demonstrates strong organizational and priority setting skills
  • Be a thought Leader who is capable of initiating and driving change
Key Requirements:
  • A college diploma or university degree or relevant job experience in computer science or engineering
  • 5-7 years of progressive experience in system administration in a distributed Linux and Windows environment
  • Deep Linux operating system knowledge (RedHat Linux prefered)
  • Experience utilizing open-source monitoring technologies (eg: Grafana, Graphite, Nagios)
  • Experience with configuration management systems (eg: Ansible)
  • Experience with OS deployment systems (Satellite)
  • Excellent scripting skills (Perl/Python & Bash shell)
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have(s):
  • Experience with virtualization (VMWare)
  • Private cloud experience (OpenStack)
  • Container platforms and orchestration (OpenSHIFT)
  • Public cloud infrastructure experience, ideally AWS
Salary Range: 70/hour- 90/hour CADPlease note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.In the market for…Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived!Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located.TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.

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