Lead Site Reliability Engineer - Database Management

SimCorp; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonus

Pension plan

Hybrid work policy

Health and dental care

RRSP/TFSA

Job summary

SimCorp is hiring for a role focused on seamless client onboarding to our SaaS platform. You will manage Azure pipelines, align client needs with PaaS capabilities, and drive automation through CI/CD and IaC.

You will lead design workshops, mentor teammates, and handle incidents within SLA to ensure secure, scalable solutions for our SaaS transformation. The role requires 7–10 years in operations, Oracle DB expertise, Linux scripting, and experience with Kubernetes/Docker and Azure monitoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related field; Master’s is a plus.
• 7–10 years of operational experience troubleshooting mission-critical software systems.
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database architecture, administration, troubleshooting, RCAs, and SQL tuning.
• Experience supporting applications on Oracle; ability to generate OEM reports, configure monitoring/alerts, and perform capacity planning.
• Linux for DBAs, Shell scripting; Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps for deployment automation.
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker; monitoring/logging tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, Grafana.

Responsibilities

• Manage and troubleshoot pipelines for client onboarding within the Azure platform.
• Understand Platform-As-A-Service (PaaS) platform and align client requirements to existing features.
• Identify, define and scope new features when necessary.
• Provide weekend support as needed to ensure platform availability.
• Lead design workshops with clients, vendors and other key stakeholders, both onsite and virtually.
• Handle incidents and service requests within SLA.
• Mentor junior colleagues to foster knowledge sharing and team development.
• Work in an Agile team to deliver complex onboarding programs in sprints.
• Perform configuration management and Disaster Recovery tasks on a new environment.

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related field

Master’s is a plus

Tools

Oracle Database

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Infrastructure as Code

Azure Monitor

Grafana

Job description

WHAT MAKES US, US

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp!

At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values — caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.

Why this role is important to us:

This role ensures a seamless onboarding experience for our clients on SimCorp’s SaaS platform. You will manage and troubleshoot Azure pipelines, align client requirements with PaaS capabilities, and drive automation through CI/CD and Infrastructure-as-Code. By leading design workshops, mentoring team members, and handling incidents within SLA, you will help deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions that are critical to our SaaS transformation and client success.

What you will be responsible for:

• Manage and troubleshoot pipelines for client onboarding within the Azure platform.
• Understand Platform-As-A-Service (PaaS) platform and align client requirements to existing features.
• Identify, define and scope new features when necessary.
• Provide weekend support as needed to ensure platform availability.
• Lead design workshops with clients, vendors and other key stakeholders, both onsite and virtually.
• Handle Incidents and Service requests within SLA.
• Mentor junior colleagues to foster knowledge sharing and team development.
• Work effectively within an Agile team to deliver complex onboarding programs in a sprint-based approach.
• Perform configuration Management and Disaster Recovery tasks on a new environment.

What we value

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related field (Master’s is a plus) and 7–10 years of operational experience troubleshooting mission‑critical software systems.

In‑depth knowledge of Oracle Database architecture (19c), administration, troubleshooting, RCAs, performance/SQL tuning, and experience supporting applications on Oracle; ability to generate/schedule OEM reports, configure monitoring/alerts, and perform capacity planning.

Linux for DBAs, Shell scripting, managing large data warehouse DBs, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps for deployment automation, and willingness to learn new technologies.

Experience/understanding of Kubernetes and Docker; strong knowledge of monitoring/logging tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, Grafana).

Incident and service request handling within SLA, collaboration with customers, effective communication, and strong ownership/accountability. Team player with problem‑solving mindset, proactive attitude, and ability to work in fast‑paced environments.

BENEFITS

• An attractive salary, bonus scheme, and pension are essential for any work agreement.
• We provide an extensive work‑life balance and opportunities for professional development: there is never just only one route - we offer an individual approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take.
• Simcorp follows a global hybrid policy, asking employees to work from the office two days each week while allowing remote work on other days.
• For Toronto only: The salary range for this position is $104,240 - $143,300 CAD. Base pay may vary based on factors such as years of experience, skills and qualifications.
• Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including health and dental care, time off and Group RRSP/TFSA.

WHO WE ARE

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, education, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry‑leading, full, front‑to‑back offering for our clients, with SimCorp as the overarching company brand and Axioma as a key product brand.

SimCorp is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best‑in‑class solutions to our clients.

SimCorp Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture team at [e-mail].

This position is for an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses AI‑enabled tools to support the screening and assessment of applications. All applicants are still reviewed by a skilled recruitment team. AI does not make hiring decisions. Human reviewers, who are trained to understand the limitations, potential risks, and possible biases associated with AI tools, evaluate all applications and AI‑assisted results before any decision is made.

If you have questions about how your information is processed in detail, feel free to contact us.

SimCorp is a provider of industry‑leading integrated investment management solutions for the global buy side. Founded in 1971, with more than 3,000 employees across five continents, SimCorp is a truly global technology leader that empowers more than half of the world’s top 100 financial companies through its integrated platform, services, and partner ecosystem. SimCorp is a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group. As of 2024, SimCorp includes Axioma, the leading provider of risk and management and portfolio optimization solutions for the global buy side.