Application Infrastructure Administrator

AGAT Laboratories; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AGAT Laboratories is seeking an Application Infrastructure Administrator to own hosting, deployment, security, and operational support of internally developed enterprise applications. You will work with developers, infrastructure, and security to ensure reliable deployments across development, testing, staging, and production environments.

The role emphasizes Microsoft IIS hosting, release management, and Azure DevOps administration, with focus on automation, troubleshooting, and production

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience hosting and supporting ASP.NET/.NET, Angular and React apps.
• Experience configuring applications on Microsoft IIS and Windows Server.
• Successful track record designing, implementing, and maintaining automated build and deployment processes.
• Experience administering TFS or Azure DevOps; managing pipelines and permissions.
• Strong knowledge of source control, CI/CD, and release-management practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated application build, deployment, and release processes.
• Create, configure, and maintain environments across development, testing, staging, and production.
• Host and support ASP.NET, .NET, Angular, and React applications.
• Configure and administer Microsoft IIS websites, application pools, bindings, certificates, authentication settings, and hosting components.
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and validate deployments and releases.
• Administer TFS and Azure DevOps projects, repositories, permissions, branches, pipelines, and deployments.
• Collaborate with developers to improve source-control, build, deployment, and release practices.
• Configure environment-specific settings, service accounts, permissions, and certificates.
• Support integrations with APIs, file shares, network services, and other systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot availability, deployment failures, and production incidents.

Skills

ASP.NET

NET

Angular

React

Microsoft IIS

Windows Server

CI/CD

Azure DevOps

TFS

Deployment automation

Release management

Source control

Education

Post-secondary IT/CS degree

Tools

Azure DevOps

TFS

IIS

Windows Server

Job description

Your future is bright at AGAT!

At AGAT Laboratories, we are the next step in your career! By joining AGAT, you become part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Our dedicated professionals come together every day with passion and determination, leveraging cutting-edge science to deliver solutions that drive progress and create a more sustainable, healthier world.

Summary

AGAT Laboratories is currently looking for an Application Infrastructure Administrator. The Application Infrastructure Administrator is responsible for the hosting, deployment, configuration, security, and operational support of internally developed enterprise applications.

Working closely with software developers, project managers, infrastructure teams, security teams, and business users, this position ensures applications are reliably deployed, maintained, secured, and supported across development, testing, staging, and production environments.

The role has a strong focus on Microsoft IIS application hosting, deployment automation, release management, TFS and Azure DevOps administration, troubleshooting, and production support.

What you will be doing:

• Design, implement, and maintain automated application build, deployment, and release processes.
• Create, configure, and maintain application environments across development, testing, staging, and production.
• Host and support ASP.NET, .NET, Angular, and React applications.
• Configure and administer Microsoft IIS websites, application pools, bindings, certificates, authentication settings, and related hosting components.
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and validate application deployments and software releases.
• Administer TFS and Azure DevOps, including projects, repositories, permissions, branching structures, build pipelines, release pipelines, and related configurations.
• Work with development teams to improve source-control, build, deployment, and release practices.
• Configure and maintain environment-specific application settings, service accounts, permissions, authentication, and authorization.
• Support application integrations with APIs, file shares, network services, and other enterprise systems.
• Manage application storage locations, configuration files, and other environment-specific resources.
• Monitor and troubleshoot application availability, deployment failures, performance issues, connectivity problems, and production incidents.
• Provide operational and production support for internally developed business applications.
• Investigate incidents, contribute to root-cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Coordinate infrastructure requirements and changes with networking, security, server, and other technical teams.
• Maintain deployment documentation, application environment records, configuration information, operational procedures, and support documentation.
• Assist with platform upgrades, application migrations, infrastructure modernization, and security improvements.
• Identify and implement improvements to deployment automation, application reliability, environment consistency, and operational support.

What you bring to the table:

• Hands on experience in hosting and supporting ASP.NET, .NET, Angular, and React applications.
• Background in configuring and administering applications hosted on Microsoft IIS and Windows Server.
• Track record of designing, implementing, and maintaining automated build and deployment processes.
• Skilled in administering TFS or Azure DevOps.
• Experience managing source-control repositories, project permissions, branching structures, build pipelines, and release pipelines.
• Demonstrated ability in supporting applications across development, testing, staging, and production environments.
• Strong understanding of source control, continuous integration, automated deployment, and release-management practices.
• Experience configuring application authentication, service accounts, access permissions, certificates, and environment-specific settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting application, server, deployment, permissions, and connectivity issues.
• Experience providing operational or production support for business-critical applications.
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with developers, infrastructure specialists, project managers, security teams, vendors, and business users.
• Relevant post-secondary education in information technology, computer science, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective planning and release coordination
• Clear technical and non-technical communication
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong documentation practices
• Collaborative and service-oriented approach
• Commitment to application reliability, security, and continuous improvement

Who We Are:

AGAT Laboratories is a premier full-service laboratory operating at the cutting edge of science and innovation across North America. Our expertise spans geochemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, and engineering, enabling us to deliver comprehensive analytical solutions. These services drive progress in industries such as Mining, Environmental, Energy, Transportation, Industrial, agri-food, and Life Sciences.

We pride ourselves on our state-of-the-art technology, diverse expertise, and commitment to providing precise, timely, and reliable results. Beyond our technical excellence, AGAT Laboratories believes in the power of strong client relationships, fostering trust and collaboration to ensure mutual success.

Our Commitment to Community and Philanthropy:

At AGAT, we strive not only to advance science but also to make a positive impact in our communities. The AGAT Foundation is at the heart of our philanthropic efforts, supporting initiatives that improve education, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.

Through partnerships with local organizations, volunteer activities, and donations, the AGAT Foundation champions programs that inspire future generations, promote sustainable practices, and provide support to those in need. Whether funding scholarships, participating in environmental cleanups, or supporting health and wellness initiatives, AGAT is deeply invested in giving back.

Our work extends beyond the laboratory—we’re committed to creating a brighter future for our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.

Inclusion and Diversity:

AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us confidentially, and we will work to meet your needs.

Thank You for Your Interest:

We appreciate the time and effort of every applicant. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.