Senior Platform Engineer

Altimetrik; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy seeks a Senior Platform Engineer to modernize enterprise systems with expertise in Active Directory and cloud infrastructures. This is a mid-senior level position based in Vancouver offering a hybrid work model. The role includes leading design initiatives, managing DNS, and collaborating on cloud strategies. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience and a passion for innovation in IT services.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Platform, Systems, or Infrastructure Engineering.
• Deep expertise in Active Directory and DNS technologies.
• Strong knowledge of Azure and AWS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of Active Directory Domain Services.
• Manage DNS infrastructure including conditional forwarders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for cloud strategies.

Skills

Active Directory Domain Services

DNS

Cloud Technologies

Automation

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Splunk

Azure Log Analytics

Amazon CloudWatch

DataDog

Terraform

Job description

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The position is based in Vancouver; Canada and it is a Hybrid model.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with deep expertise in Active Directory Domain Services, DNS, and cloud infrastructure to help modernize and evolve our enterprise platforms. This role is ideal for a seasoned technologist who thrives on solving complex problems, embraces innovation, and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and future ready systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Active Directory Domain Services, including Group Policy, LDAP/LDAPS, and related domain controller functions, with a focus on aligning with cloud native architectures.
• Manage and enhance DNS infrastructure, including:
• Conditional forwarders, zone management (primary and secondary), split-brain DNS
• DNSSEC, record lifecycle management, and performance tuning
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with cloud first strategies and supports scalable, secure operations.
• Apply a strong understanding of cloud technologies and architectures (Azure and AWS), including:
• Networking, identity integration, monitoring, and logging
• Familiarity with landing zone concepts and cloud governance frameworks
• Use tools like Splunk, Azure Log Analytics, Amazon CloudWatch, and DataDog to monitor system health, performance, and availability.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of observability principles, including metrics, logs, traces, and alerting strategies.
• Contribute to automation and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices using tools such as Terraform, PowerShell, and GitHub for version control and CI/CD workflows.
• Act as a technical leader and problem solver owning initiatives from start to finish, identifying root causes, researching solutions, and implementing changes that drive meaningful outcomes.
• Engage with stakeholders across teams to understand requirements, communicate solutions clearly, and deliver infrastructure that supports business goals.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, especially in AI, cloud native services, and security best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Platform, Systems, or Infrastructure Engineering roles.
• Deep expertise in Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, LDAP/LDAPS, and domain controller operations.
• Strong understanding of DNS technologies and methodologies, including:
• Public/private DNS, DNSSEC, conditional forwarding, and zone management (primary and secondary)
• Solid knowledge of Azure and AWS platforms, including core services, networking, and monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
• Proficiency in writing queries in Splunk (SPL), Azure Log Analytics (KQL), and CloudWatch Logs Insights (LIQL).
• Experience with observability platforms such as DataDog, and a strong grasp of monitoring and alerting best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a proactive, self directed approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, innovation driven mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modernizing Active Directory environments and aligning them with cloud native identity platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Splunk Core Certified User.
• Exposure to AI/ML tools in infrastructure or monitoring workflows.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and cloud native security models.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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