Consultant, IT Systems Administrator (Airflow/Snowflake)

Project X Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Project X Ltd. in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a skilled IT Systems Administrator to join the Technical Enablement team.

The role covers monitoring, maintenance, deployment, and documentation of hardware, applications, and systems for our company and clients. You will provide day-to-day tech support, configure core services, and manage containerized environments using Kubernetes or Docker Swarm, ensuring security and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in a technology-related field.
• Around 3+ years’ experience as an IT Support Specialist or Systems Administrator.
• Must have experience with Snowflake and Airflow.
• Cloud technologies experience—AWS.
• Experience with deployment, configuration, maintenance and support of various data and Analytics applications.
• Experience with Containerisation Solutions and platforms.
• Windows, Linux, Mac operating systems; security and policies experience.
• Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewall).
• Collaborating with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide Internal Support & Hardware Management on laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and related equipment at HQ and client sites.
• Configure and maintain core local and cloud services & applications such as file sharing, email, licensing, professional tools, and production.
• Deploy, configure, and manage container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm; ensure stability and performance of containerized environments.
• Provide daily technical support to all employee devices on supported platforms.
• Set up devices for new and existing employees (VOIP, Office, Slack, network access).
• Develop and improve IT processes and ticket handling workflows.
• Participate in projects and collaborate with developers to create client-site solutions; administer and deploy server infrastructure and environments.

Skills

Snowflake

Airflow

AWS

Containerization

Kubernetes

Docker Swarm

Cross-OS (Windows/Linux/Mac)

Networking (TCP/IP/DNS/VPN)

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in technology

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Power BI

MicroStrategy

Tableau

Job description

Company: Project X Ltd.
Location:Toronto, Ontario
Employment Type:Full Time
Location:(Hybrid working model)
Salary Range:$68,000-$70,000 CAD

About Project XLtd.

Project X Ltd. builds high-performing teams of talented, client-focused problem solvers who thrive on complex data challenges. Guided by our values of Care, Bravery, Excellence, and Innovation, we value people who take ownership of their work, step up when needed, and get things done.

Our team members are trusted advisors who collaborate closely, think creatively, and deliver practical, high-quality solutions for our clients. We look for individuals who are curious, accountable, eager to learn, and supportive of their teammates—because at Project X, our people are what make us great.

Role Summary

The Consultant, IT Systems Administrator is part of our Technical Enablement team. This team oversees the monitoring, maintenance, enhancement, research, deployment, and documentation of hardware, applications, and systems for our company, as well as some Project X Ltd. clients. They utilize their expertise to address daily support issues, proactively monitor internal networks and servers for potential problems, and uphold network security standards.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Provide Internal Support & Hardware Management on laptop, desktop, mobile device, telephones, printer, and projector system lifecycle management, both at HQ and on client sites.
• Configure and maintain core local and cloud services & applications such as file sharing, email, licensing, professional tools, and production.
• Deploy, configure, and manage container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, or similar technologies. Ensure the stability, reliability, and performance of containerized environments
• Provide technical support to all employee devices on a supported platform on a day-to-day basis.
• Device and system set up for all new and existing employees, including VOIP, Microsoft Office, ActiTIME, Slack, network access etc.
• Develop and improve methods and processes within the IT function – ex: how tickets are raised/closed, process, etc.
• Take part in project work, planning and implementing future IT developments and collaborate with Developers to develop solutions on client sites.Administer, maintain, and deploy server infrastructure & environments (servers, MicroStrategy, databases) with minimal support.
• Monitor and document network daily, including cloud systems for efficiency; apply preventive measures in maintaining networks for overall system security, reliability, and capacity.
• Work closely with vendors for hardware/software conformity and security.
• Manage services internally and for clients, including servers, implementations and various applicable environments and applications.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree/ Diploma in a technology-related field.
• Around 3+ years’ experience as an IT Support Specialist or Systems Administrator
• Must have experience with Snowflake and Airflow
• Detailed, practical working knowledge in Cloud technologies- AWS
• Experience with deployment, configuration, maintenance and support of various data and Analytics applications.
• Experience with Containerisation Solutions and platforms
• Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems, Unix, Security and policies experience
• Strong understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewall configurations.
• Collaborating with internal teams (Project X Ltd.), external teams (3rd parties), and client team members

Nice to Have

• Certification in Linux O/S and Windows Server Administration is an asset
• MicroStrategy, Power BI and Tableau would be an asset
• Consulting experience with external clients would be an asset

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Project X may use automated or AI-enabled tools as part of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may support activities such as resume screening, candidate matching, or application management. All hiring decisions involve human review and judgment.

Employment Equity, Accessibility & Accommodations

Project X is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon requestin accordance withthe Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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