Job Description

Overview

IDC is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to join our team. As a DevOps Engineer you will be responsible for implementing application solutions in AWS as well as participating in technical research and development to enable continuing improvement within the DevOps space at IDC.

In this role, you will be a member of the global DevOps team that works with several business units and development teams at IDG(IDC and Foundry). You will work on improving and standardizing the service we provide across those teams, both supporting the teams and building out base capabilities.

Why IDC?

IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success. IDC has been recognized for three consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022) by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Year which is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry.

Our collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial culture is the perfect place for you to discover your future! We are just getting started!

Responsibilities

• Implement scalable, resilient, and secure solutions in AWS
• Participate in automation initiatives to streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and reduce hosting cost
• Work closely with other members of the DevOps team, Solution Architects and development teams for continuous improvement
• Enhance and drive automation and "Infrastructure as Code" delivery
• Participate in technical discussion with internal teams, and as a senior member, lead within the team
• Manage cost of solutions and recommend cost-effective alternatives where feasible
• Work with the security team to resolve security issues in the infrastructure and DevOps processes
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex software and infrastructure issues, and develop tools/systems for task automation
• Manage and upgrade DevOps toolsets.
• Participate in on-call rotation

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• At least 3-5 years experience working in a multi-account AWS environment
• A minimum of 4 years experience in designing and implementing complex DevOps solutions
• Proficient with git and git workflows
• Good knowledge of Nodejs, Java, Python, scripting languages, AWS Infrastructure and Docker/Containerization technologies
• Working knowledge of databases and SQL
• Practical knowledge of continuous integration and continuous deployment processes and tools
• Experience with problem-solving and a collaborative team spirit
• Previous experience supporting web applications, using technologies such as CloudFront, API Gateway, ALBs, WAF, etc.
• This role can be remote in Canada(ON, BC, AB) or based in the Greater Toronto area, with a hybrid work schedule of coming into the Toronto office at least one day a week.

About IDC: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,300 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 60 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company.

IDC Canada is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best qualified person for the job.

Applicants must have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) card. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

International Data Corporation