Junior DevOps Engineer

Firstlight Media Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media technology company in Toronto is hiring an Infrastructure Engineer I to support the design and deployment of cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. The role involves managing Kubernetes clusters, containerizing applications, and improving system reliability. Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of experience in DevOps or cloud roles, knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and coding experience in languages such as Golang or Python. Join a collaborative environment focused on making a measurable impact.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or software engineering roles.
• Practical coding experience in Golang, Java, Python, or similar, with interest in automation and platform development.
• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes concepts.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins X.
• Develop and manage infrastructure using Terraform.
• Containerize applications using Docker and deploy them to Kubernetes.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

DevOps

Infrastructure as Code

Golang

Java

Python

Terraform

AWS

Job description

About Us

At Quickplay, we foster a transparent, fair, and collaborative environment. We enthusiastically tackle complex challenges in OTT video, focusing on massive scale and resilience. If you seek a high-performing, learning-oriented, and supportive culture, Quickplay is the right place.

About the Role

As an Infrastructure Engineer I at Quickplay, you will be primarily focused on supporting the design, development, and deployment of our cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. You will play a crucial part in containerizing microservices, managing Kubernetes clusters, and ensuring our systems are secure and efficient. This hands-on role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cloud infrastructure within the OTT video domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins X, Maven, and Git-based workflows to support Quickplay’s microservices deployments.
• Develop and manage infrastructure using Terraform, contributing to infrastructure-as-code practices and scalable cloud environments.
• Containerize applications using Docker and deploy them to Kubernetes environments, supporting reliable and repeatable deployments.
• Create and maintain Dockerfiles, Helm charts, and Kubernetes YAML configurations to support automation and platform consistency.
• Support the operation and improvement of Kubernetes clusters and Rancher, helping maintain production-ready container platforms.
• Participate in security and vulnerability scanning of container images and infrastructure, ensuring secure development practices.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve deployment workflows and system reliability.
• Write automation scripts and lightweight backend tooling using Golang, Java, Python, or similar languages.
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing to support platform adoption and team efficiency.
• Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into practical infrastructure solutions.

Key Qualifications

Cultural Fit

• Focusing on Impact: You take ownership of projects, proactively solving challenges with efficient solutions that drive measurable business impact.
• Being Curious: Always exploring new technologies and industry trends to refine and improve Quickplay’s technical infrastructure.
• Being Supportive: You foster collaboration within teams and ensure strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring that Quickplay’s microservices are aligned with broader goals.
• Speaking Up: Offering constructive feedback, you drive improvements across teams and ensure effective execution of DevOps initiatives.

Technical Expertise and Background

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or software engineering roles.
• Practical coding experience in Golang, Java, Python, or similar, with interest in automation and platform development.
• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes concepts and environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git).
• Exposure to Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
• Basic understanding of microservices architecture.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.