Linux System Administrator

The Influence Agency; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to enhance their fintech platform. This role involves managing Linux servers, configuring web gateways, and ensuring system security and reliability. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment while taking ownership of infrastructure responsibilities. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, this position offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional payment solutions for amateur sports organizations. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Generous profit sharing program

Flexible time off policy

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems administration, particularly managing Linux servers.
• 2+ years of hands-on software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot Linux servers in a VMware environment.
• Build, secure, and maintain redundant network infrastructure.

Skills

Systems Administration

Linux Management

Software Development

VMware

C++

Web Server Configuration

Database Management

Scripting

Communication Skills

Tools

Caddy

HAProxy

MySQL

Job description

System Administrator

SportsPay is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator with a solid foundation in both infrastructure management and software development. If you're passionate about building reliable, secure systems and thrive in a fast-paced fintech environment, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting our platform and our team.

About The Company

SportsPay is a trusted payment processing solution built for amateur sports organizations. Seamlessly integrating with registration platforms, it simplifies fee collection, streamlines transactions, and ensures secure, hassle-free payments. With a focus on efficiency, security, and top-tier support, SportsPay helps leagues, clubs, and teams manage finances smoothly—so they can focus on the game.

About You

Traits, Abilities and Skills

• Experienced & Independent: You have a strong background in systems administration, with the ability to take ownership of infrastructure responsibilities and work autonomously.
• Detail-Oriented Problem Solver: You enjoy digging into technical challenges and take pride in delivering robust and well-documented solutions.
• Security-Minded: You understand best practices for securing systems and networks and proactively implement improvements.
• Collaborative: While you're confident working solo, you’re also comfortable contributing to a team environment, including code reviews and cross-functional projects.
• Adaptable: You stay calm under pressure and are always looking for ways to improve systems, processes, and tools.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in systems administration, particularly managing Linux servers.
• 2+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Strong knowledge of VMware or similar virtualization technologies.
• Experience configuring and maintaining web servers, gateways (Caddy, HAProxy), and VPN infrastructure.
• Experience with coding language C++. Familiarity with -QL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP.
• Familiarity with MySQL database replication and high-availability environments.
• Prior experience with email server administration and load balancing tools.
• Proficient with scripting and software troubleshooting in Linux/Windows environments.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to systems design and maintenance.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot Linux servers in a VMware environment.
• Configure and manage web gateways such as Caddy and HAProxy.
• Build, secure, and maintain redundant network infrastructure to ensure high availability.
• Administer and optimize VPN access for remote team members.
• Manage database servers, including implementing and maintaining replication strategies.
• Oversee email infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security.
• Research and recommend infrastructure tools and best practices to keep our tech stack modern and efficient.
• Build and configure new servers for web, email, and network gateway functions.
• Perform regular system updates and enforce security best practices.
• Contribute to software development by building and testing updates for Linux, Windows, and web applications.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and technical planning discussions.

Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• Generous profit sharing program, paid out on a monthly basis
• Flexible time off policy

Location

• On-site position - 5 days a week at the Toronto office - 648 Ossington Ave

Ad Culture is partnering with SportsPay in their recruitment efforts. All candidates will be carefully reviewed by our team, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in joining the SportsPay team and look forward to reviewing your application!