Development and Operations Process Specialist (DevOps)

MDA; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking an experienced DevOps Process Specialist to bridge development and operations for CHORUS satellite software systems. You will build, test and deliver CI/CD pipelines, while collaborating with cybersecurity and SecOps to ensure secure deployments.

You will implement IaC across AWS-like services, manage DNS and AD, and automate tests and monitoring to support reliable satellite mission software updates. Relocation and security clearance are considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years in software development, SRE, or systems administration.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with AWS services and cloud-native deployments.
• Scripting: Python or Bash; automation frameworks like Ansible or SaltStack.
• CI/CD: strong understanding of SDLC, CI/CD principles.
• Knowledge of DNS, PKI, Active Directory.
• Experience with GitLab, Jenkins or GitCI.
• Excellent English communication outside Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated CI/CD workflows across tools.
• Automate deployment of apps in production environments (databases, Kafka, AWS services).
• Use IaC to deploy AWS-equivalent services for storage and networking.
• Manage DNS, PKI and Active Directory configuration.
• Collaborate with devs to integrate pipelines into workflows.
• Ensure security and integrity of pipelines following best practices.
• Monitor and improve performance and reliability of pipelines.
• Work with IT/cloud teams to enable automated deployment/config of infrastructure.
• Collaborate with security teams on software security policies.
• Support deployment of monitoring and observability tools.

Skills

CI/CD principles

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

SRE / systems administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

GitLab

Jenkins

Ansible

SaltStack

Helm

Kafka

Grafana

Prometheus

Job description

MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, building the space between the proven and the possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of world firsts and over 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications, Earth and space observation satellites, and space infrastructure and exploration. With more than 3,400 space experts across Canada, the US and the UK, the MDA Space team has the knowledge and know-how to turn a client's bold vision into a feasible mission, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we will take you there.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

The Position:

The intermediate Development and Operations (DevOps) Process Specialist is a key member of our satellite operations team. They are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations to ensure the seamless deployment and operation of software systems supporting the CHORUS satellite mission. As a key team member, you will collaborate with satellite operations specialists and other stakeholders to implement and support continuous integration and delivery pipelines that automate the building, testing and delivery of software for our satellite operations systems. You will work closely with cybersecurity and SecOps teams to ensure that CI/CD pipelines integrate with code quality and security static analysis tools, as well as open source software vulnerability analyzers, to maintain the highest level of security and integrity. In addition, you will collaborate with software developers to integrate test automation into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring smooth and efficient testing and deployment of software updates. As a member of our team, you will be expected to contribute to the continuous learning and improvement process, helping to evolve and improve our development and operations processes, practices and tools to adapt to the ever-changing technological and business needs that support the success of our satellite missions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement automated workflows that integrate with multiple tools and systems, from code validation to compilation, testing and deployment
• Automate the deployment of software applications in existing production environments, including databases, message queues (e.g., Kafka) and cloud-specific services (e.g., AWS Lambda, EKS, managed services)
• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to deploy and manage AWS-equivalent services for storage, networking and servers
• Manage and automate the configuration of DNS, public key infrastructure (certificates) and Active Directory
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration of automated pipelines into existing development workflows
• Ensure the security and integrity of automated pipelines and deployments, following industry best practices and compliance standards
• Continuously monitor and improve the performance, reliability and efficiency of automated pipelines and deployments
• Collaborate with IT and cloud architecture teams to implement infrastructure as code to enable automated deployment and configuration of infrastructure
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity and security architecture team to implement software security policies to prevent security breaches and other vulnerabilities
• Support the IT department by contributing to the design and implementation of the deployment of monitoring and observability tools to improve operational efficiency

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees in other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields will also be considered
• At least three years of experience in software development, development and operations processes, SRE or systems administration
• Excellent knowledge of automation tools and technologies, including:
  • Containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
  • Infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Cloud-specific services (e.g., AWS Lambda, EKS, managed services)
  • Message queues (e.g., Kafka) and streaming technologies
  • DNS, public key infrastructure (certificates) and Active Directory
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation frameworks (e.g., Ansible, SaltStack)
• Excellent understanding of software development life cycles, including Agile methodologies and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) principles
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes and Helm (or equivalents)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (Contact with clients outside Quebec)
• Experience with source control tools such as GitLab
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitCI

Desirable:

• Experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS and IAM
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards (e.g., NIST 800-171, CIS guidelines)
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK, Grafana, Prometheus)
• Cloud computing certification (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) or related technologies
• Knowledge of highly secure environments compliant with NIST 800-171 or CIS guidelines
• Experience in partially isolated environments with limited internet access
• Cloud platform certification

Comments/Special Considerations:

• Successful candidates must obtain and hold a secret-level security clearance, and successfully pass the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) security assessment

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can benefit from a comprehensive benefits package providing a high level of protection through competitive health care, including flexible supplemental health and drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance plan.

MDA is an equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.