Job Description

Position Title:
Senior Manager, DevOps and Delivery Platforms, Enterprise Applications, Governance and Engineering (T & I) (Telework/Hybrid)
Status of Employment:
Permanent
Position Language Requirement:
English, French
Language Skills:
English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced), French (Reading - B - Intermediate), French (Speaking - B - Intermediate), French (Writing - B - Intermediate)
Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.



Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.
Unposting Date:
2025-06-05 11:59 PM
Behind the scenes, but ahead of the curve: help us develop the next-generation public broadcaster.
Technology and Infrastructures (T&I) is the backbone and the future forward arm of CBC/Radio-Canada. We are the people that make stuff work. We make connections; between media content, systems, people and places. A place with purpose. CBC/Radio-Canada has always been a highly regarded pioneer of media technology. Not just in Canada, but around the world. Today, we're transforming ourselves from conventional radio and television broadcaster into a modern digital media company. Technology is the driving force. T&I is the team making it happen.
This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.
Your Role:
You are a seasoned DevOps Leader and Subject Matter Expert who will be responsible for all aspects of the DevOps practice and the design, development and support of our platforms. You will also establish and operationalize DevOps practices and help evolve software development practices and the modernization of our Enterprise Application Development Strategy. Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Application Delivery, you will lead and coach a team of DevOps specialists and platform administrators.
As the Senior Manager of DevOps and Delivery Platforms, you will:Define and articulate a clear vision for DevOps adoption, providing expert guidance and driving its successful implementation. Provide seasoned technical leadership, directing the growth and development of DevOps and Platform team members through targeted coaching, guidance and mentorship in a dynamic technological landscape. Define, implement, maintain and evolve best practices in DevOps and platform management in order to strengthen standards of quality and productivity. Collaborate with the development teams to establish release management strategies and processes. Empower the DevOps team to leverage automation as a core principle, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency. Provide guidance and support in the design, development, and maintenance of automated processes and infrastructure. Oversee the reliable and stable operation of our platform and infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Drive proactive monitoring, incident management, and problem resolution processes to minimize disruptions and maintain business continuity. Build and foster partnerships with Architecture, Development, Operations, and elsewhere to influence and build meaningful collaboration. Oversee key projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with partners, stakeholders and organizational priorities. Participate in the negotiation of long-term contractual agreements with service providers. Participate in the development of business cases and feasibility studies. Participate in defining the annual software update plans, based on business priorities and technological risks. Oversee staff workload and promote a healthy, safe, and productive work environment. Set clear expectations and create a positive team culture based on accountability. Promote clear communication, cross-functional collaboration, and strong support culture across the team.

What You Bring:Bachelor's degree in computer science, or equivalent. Three or more years of experience in a leadership / management role. Ten or more years of experience in Application Development, with at least 5 years in DevOps. Proven track record of implementing deployment pipelines, infrastructure as code and automation as a DevOps Engineer, with the ability to remain hands-on when the situation requires it. Strong experience with CI/CD pipeline platforms and practices (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps). Strong experience with automation and Infrastructure as code practices and tools (e.g. Terraform, etc). Strong experience with modern programming paradigms (e.g. Python, .NET C#). Strong experience with cloud infrastructure and capabilities (Azure, AWS) is a major asset. Strong experience with release management and SDLC is an asset Keen interest in agile methodologies? SCRUM certification is a major asset. Creativity and Innovation. Strong communication skills (both written and oral). Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills. Good general knowledge and intellectual curiosity (acquire and develop new knowledge and skills). Analytical mind and open-minded approach to problem solving. Ability to manage bilingual/remote teams. Ability to travel between Toronto and Montreal (monthly). Bilingualism (English and French) is a requirement.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next
step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:A mandatory Criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.


CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country's diversity. That's because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That's why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada's public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.



You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.
Primary Location:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7
Number of Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Full time