Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Aviso; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental and insurance benefits

Generous vacation time and parental-le

Retirement program matching

Education assistance program

Regular social events

Job summary

Aviso Wealth is seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer to lead CI/CD design and governance across environments, mentor engineers, and drive security-focused automation. You will bridge Development, Security, and Technology Operations to promote standardized tooling and improve delivery cycles.

Responsibilities include evaluating new DevSecOps technologies, managing Azure DevOps, and guiding teams through best practices, with a focus on observability, automation, and secure delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps/DevSecOps, cloud infrastructure, or software engineering.
• Advanced hands-on expertise with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts).
• Deep proficiency with DevSecOps tooling, Git, Docker, Bicep, PowerShell/Bash, and cloud monitoring/observability platforms.
• Certifications such as Microsoft DevSecOps Engineer, Azure Administrator, or Azure Solutions Architect are preferred.
• Strong programming and automation skills in PowerShell, Bash, Python, REST, and Bicep; experience with Java or .NET is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and mentoring abilities; strong cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, and evolution of CI/CD pipelines and configuration management across environments.
• Mentor and coach Engineers on DevSecOps tools, practices, and operational excellence.
• Architect and implement CI/CD improvements for faster delivery and improved security.
• Bridge Development, Security, and Technology Operations to promote standardized tooling and practices.
• Research and evaluate emerging DevSecOps technologies, conduct PoCs, and lead adoption of new tools.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce friction and improve developer experience across the delivery lifecycle.
• Coordinate cross-functional planning and roadmap alignment with partner teams for secure delivery.
• Create clear, engaging technical communications including docs, training, and stakeholder updates.

Skills

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud infrastructure

Git

PowerShell / Bash

Automation

English fluency

Tools

Bicep

PowerShell

Azure Monitor

Application Insights

Log Analytics

Job description

Aviso Wealth:

At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.

The Opportunity:

We’re looking to fill an opening for a Senior DevSecOps Engineer to join our Technical Solution Partners (TSP) team.

Reporting to the DevSecOps Manager, this role provides technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to other Engineers while collaborating closely with teams across TSP to enhance the standardization, stability, and predictability of our release cycles. The Senior DevSecOps Engineer plays a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement by bridging Development, Security, and Technology Operations, ensuring seamless flow throughout the software delivery lifecycle.

This position is responsible for evaluating and introducing new technologies within the DevSecOps domain, coaching team members on BAU activities - including CI/CD pipeline maintenance and Azure DevOps administration - and supporting alignment and enablement across our partners.

Strong emotional intelligence and communication skills are essential, as the role frequently contributes to the creation and delivery of presentations for internal reviews, training sessions, and executive briefings. The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging, and accessible content is critical to driving alignment and understanding across diverse audiences.

As one aviso:

• We Care– Youdo the right thing forclients,partnersand colleagues. Youbuild trusted relationships,championservice excellence, andcontribute to a culture where people feel valued and supported
• We Dare–You challenge the status quo with bold ideasand fresh perspectives. Youembrace change, seek opportunities toinnovateand are comfortable exploring new ways of working
• We Share– Youcollaborate openlyand build meaningful relationships. Youseek outdiverse perspectives, share yourknowledgeand work together to helpcolleagues,clientsand partners succeed
• We Deliver– Youtake ownership of your work,honouryourcommitmentsand focus on delivering meaningful results.You hold yourself accountable and continuously look for ways toimprove

What your day looks like:

• Lead the design, documentation, and evolution of CI/CD pipelines and configuration management practices across environments, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to Engineers on the team, helping build capability in DevSecOps tools, best practices, and operational excellence
• Architect and implement improvements to CI/CD workflows, drive higher automation, faster delivery cycles, and enhance security posture
• Act as a strategic bridge between Development, Security, and Technology Operations, promoting DevSecOps principles and influencing teams to adopt standardized tooling and practices
• Own research and evaluation of emerging DevSecOps technologies, conducting proofs of concept and leading the adoption of new tools and methodologies that strengthen automation, observability, and security
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to reduce friction, improve predictability, and enhance developer experience across the software delivery lifecycle
• Drive cross-functional technical planning and roadmap alignment, working closely with partner teams to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient delivery practices
• Create and deliver clear, engaging technical communications, including documentation, internal training, and presentations for stakeholder updates or technology enablement

Your experience and skills:

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps or DevSecOps, cloud infrastructure operations, or software engineering, with a proven track record of leading initiatives in collaborative, cross‑functional environments
• Advanced hands-on expertise with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts), including designing scalable CI/CD architectures, enforcing governance standards, and driving infrastructure-as-code practices using Bicep or equivalent technologies
• Deep proficiency with modern DevSecOps tooling, including Git, Docker, Bicep, PowerShell/Bash, and cloud-native monitoring/observability platforms such as Azure Monitor, Application Insights, or Log Analytics
• Relevant senior-level certifications strongly preferred, such as Microsoft Certified: DevSecOps Engineer Professional/Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent cloud/DevSecOps credentials
• Strong programming and automation skills, in well-known languages / frameworks such as Powershell / Bash / Python / REST / Bicep, workflow automation, and cloud resource orchestration within CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Java or .NET is an asset
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting capabilities, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure, security, and application delivery issues independently while guiding others through best practices
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability to mentor and coach engineers, influence technical stakeholders, and effectively communicate DevSecOps concepts across technical and non-technical audiences
• Fluent communication skills in English is required and bilingual skills in French is an asset
• Experience in security-sensitive or regulated industries (e.g., Financial Services) is an asset, including familiarity with compliance-driven delivery models, security controls, and risk management practices

Why Aviso Wealth?

At Aviso Wealth, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top‑up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Your Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Aviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.

Company Overview:

Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client‑centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands‑off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.

Salary

This position is posted with an expected salary range of $120,000 - $135,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.