Linux System Administrator

Desjardins Group; Lévis; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Lévis is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support cloud initiatives. The role includes configuring and maintaining Linux servers and leading infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, at least four years of experience, and knowledge of French. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible vacation, and a defined benefit pension plan, among other benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of relevant experience.
• Availability for interventions outside normal business hours.
• Knowledge of French is required.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and upgrade Linux server management systems.
• Design solutions with 'Infrastructure as Code' philosophy using Ansible.
• Develop automated functions and improve existing tools.

Skills

Linux infrastructure administration

Expertise in Ansible

Knowledge of CI/CD tools

Knowledge of modern virtual environments (ESX-V, ESX‑T)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and 8

Job description

The Linux Infrastructure Management Department has been tasked with helping Desjardins move to the cloud, by providing support and expertise to the business lines as needed. As a Linux system administrator, you'll be responsible for configuring, maintaining and upgrading Linux server management systems based on the organization's needs. You'll also be taking on an expert role, helping lead practitioners on infrastructure maintenance projects and initiatives. You execute innovative, complex strategic initiatives. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Design solutions that reflect the "Infrastructure as Code" philosophy using a set of standardized Ansible/TOWER tools, in a highly virtualized environment on an internal infrastructure
• Work as a team to help colleagues develop, improve and update automated functions, whether they’re creating new solutions or improving existing tools
• Propose and participate in the development of innovative, next‑gen solutions
• Help develop technologies by offering suggestions, advice and expertise, for both solutions and methods (standards and practices)

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Advantages apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
• Expertise in projects for large organizations
• Expertise in Linux infrastructure administration
• Expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and 8
• Expertise using Ansible
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools
• Knowledge of modern virtual environments (ESX-V, ESX‑T)
• Availability for interventions outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, to meet operational needs and ensure smooth execution of activities during maintenance windows

Action oriented, Complexity, Customer Focus, Differences, Nimble learning, Plans and aligns

Trade Union (If applicable)

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