Principal Software Developer (DevOps)

Aspen Technology Quebec Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AspenTech is seeking an experienced Developer to join the Enterprise Operations Platform (EOP) to build and evolve the engineering platform, CI/CD ecosystem, and automation capabilities. You will enable scalable delivery of high-quality software across cloud-native stacks and edge deployments, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced SAFe environment.

With 8–12 years of experience or an advanced degree, you will help drive DevOps culture, improve developer productivity, and

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of related experience OR an advanced degree with less experience.
• Deep knowledge of cloud-native technologies, services, architecture and container orchestration.
• Hands-on with Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Ansible.
• Experience with Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD.
• Proficient in OpenTelemetry, Azure Monitor, Grafana; Windows and Linux scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Fluent French and English at advanced levels; comfortable interacting with international clients.
• Familiarity with SAFe or Scrum; strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and evolve the EOP developer platform, CI/CD ecosystem, and automation capabilities.
• Develop self-service solutions to boost developer productivity and ops efficiency.
• Collaborate with Dev, Infra and Security to deliver scalable, secure platform services.
• Create cloud-native and edge deployment solutions using modern tech and practices.
• Troubleshoot complex integration, performance, and operational challenges.
• Translate business and technical requirements into actionable work items and stories.

Skills

CI/CD & Automation

Cloud-native technologies

Kubernetes

Azure

Docker

OpenTelemetry

Windows/Linux

Python

PowerShell/Bash

French (C1)

English (C1)

SAFe/ Scrum

Education

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD)

Tools

Artifactory

BlackDuck

Snyk

Wiz

Job description

The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.

The Role AspenTech is looking for a talented and experienced Developer to join our Enterprise Operations Platform (EOP) organization. In this role, you will be responsible for building and evolving the engineering platform, CI/CD ecosystem, and automation capabilities that enable the delivery of high-quality software at scale. Working within a SAFe Agile organization, you will help drive the adoption of modern engineering practices, foster a DevOps culture, and empower development teams to deliver customer value with greater speed, reliability, and predictability. As a member of the EOP development team, you will contribute to the delivery of next-generation industrial software solutions built on a software-defined, data-centric, and flexible platform that serves AspenTech's diverse customer base. The team focuses on building highly performant data services that securely move and manage massive volumes of information. The EOP platform supports multiple operating systems and cloud native technology stacks, giving the team opportunities to work across a diverse set of modern technologies. This role’s contributions have highly visible impacts on the success and scalability of our software offerings to our customers. Our organization and product are positioned in the market to grow at a rapid pace over the next decade with varied opportunities for career growth.

Your Impact

Build and enhance the EOP developer platform, CI/CD ecosystem, and automation capabilities. Develop self-service solutions that improve developer productivity and operational efficiency. Partner with development, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable platform services. Create cloud-native and edge deployment solutions using modern technologies and engineering practices. Troubleshoot complex integration, performance, and operational challenges. Translate high-level business and technical requirements into actionable technical solutions and user stories. Support the adoption of DevOps, Agile, and continuous delivery best practices. Deliver high-quality, reliable, and secure solutions that support strategic business objectives. Contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.

What You’ll Need

• 8-12 years of related experience OR an advanced degree with less experience.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies, services, architecture, and container orchestration.
• Practical, working experience with several of the following: Practical, working experience with several of the following:
• CI/CD & Automation: Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Ansible
• Cloud‑Native Platforms: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD
• Observability & Monitoring: OpenTelemetry, Azure Monitor, Grafana
• Operating Systems & Scripting: Windows, Linux, Python, Bash, PowerShell
• Language requirement: French: C1 (advanced) English level C1 (advanced), the position requires interactions with international clients.
• Preferred but not required: CI Tooling: Artifactory, BlackDuck, Snyk, Wiz
• Experience with Agile development frameworks such as SAFe or Scrum.
• Strong personal project management skills; able to be self-directed and capable of working effectively in an environment with a high degree of change.
• Strong collaboration and technical communication skills with a willingness to share knowledge and support team growth.
• Willingness to contribute ideas and solutions while honoring and supporting the ideas of others.
• Passionate about solving complex technical challenges and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

AspenTech is a global software leader helping industries meet the increasing demand for resources from a rapidly growing population in a profitable and sustainable manner. Our Digital Grid Management software suite, including AspenTech OSI products, helps power and utilities companies achieve superior real-time control, optimization and management for exceptional performance of complex energy networks. If you're looking to make a difference every day and push the limits of performance, AspenTech is doing things no one else thought was possible. As a leading industrial software partner, we help companies all over the world run safer, greener, longer and faster. With over 3700 employees and more than 60 global locations, AspenTech is meeting today's sustainability and business challenges head‑on with unmatched expertise, cutting‑edge AI‑powered technology and a passion to innovate.

AspenTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. AspenTech does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related conditions, marital status, familial status, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military service or protected Veteran Status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable Accommodation: We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who have a disability or sincere religious reasons to request accommodation, when necessary to enable the individual to participate in the job application or interview process. If you wish to request an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

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