Software Build Engineer

SA TECHNOLOGIES; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a Software Build Engineer in Montreal to streamline their build and release processes. The role requires deep expertise in build management, scripting, and software development lifecycle. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience and strong skills in automation tools like Maven and Jenkins. Fluency in French is essential as part of the communication within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in software industry.
• Proficient in Maven, Jenkins, and GIT.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software builds and deployments.
• Automate build and release management processes.
• Troubleshoot deployment issues in Cloud environments.

Skills

Build and Release Management

Scripting (Python, Jython)

Java Build Tools (Maven, Jenkins)

Version Control (GIT)

Cloud Solutions Knowledge

Linux Environments

Job description

SA Technologies Inc. (www.satincorp.com) is a market leader and one of the fastest growing IT consulting firms with operations in US, Canada, Mexico & India. SAT is an Oracle Gold Partner, SAP Services Partner & IBM Certified enterprise.

All SA Technologies requirements are Direct Client Requirements from IT Hiring Managers. We guarantee you the best rate for your skills and performance.

Job Description

Position: Software Build Engineer

Location: Montreal, QC

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Design, implement, perform and monitor software builds and deployments.
• Provide continuous support on builds and make the build and releases as fully automated as possible.
• Development and test of blueprints for Cloud deployments.
• Assist/support developers troubleshooting efforts of applications in Cloud environments. Timely resolution/investigation of deployments and development environments issues.
• Investigate tools that might speed up the process or make us more efficient in build and release management.
• Write programs and scripts to package and deliver products as needed.
• Manage/administer servers used by the development infrastructure team.
• Provide timely and accurate estimates for assigned tasks.
• Active participant in regular team meetings with the team, discussing issues related to productivity, process, workflow and quality
• Ensure that the build process is scalable and easy to understand.
• Clearly documenting the build process and branching strategies.
• Create and deploy tools to centralise, automate and monitor the build process.
• Enhance the efficiency of our development and product release processes.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the software industry field including prior hands-on with systems, build and release management.
• Must have Software build, packaging and deployment experience.
• Experience in defining, implementing, and/or maintaining branching strategies.
• Knowledge of all phases of the software development lifecycle. Understanding of multi-tier application architecture and deployment.
• Deep experience with scripting languages, mostly Python/Jython but also useful are Perl and Groovy. Familiarity with PowerShell and comfortable using new scripting languages as needed.
• Familiarity with version control software (SVN, Subversion, GIT, ClearCase, RTC, Accurev, etc.)
• Deep experience with Java build tools: Maven (must have), Nexus and Jenkins
• Knowledge of OS, middleware and network technologies.
• Experience in Linux environments and systems administration as well as Windows Servers.
• Understanding of cloud and virtualization solutions. Experience with cloud systems

Candidates should be strong in Maven, Java, Jboss, SCM experience (GIT), strong scripting skill (Bash, PowerShell, Python), Jenkins/Nexus, Windows and Linux

Candidates should be able to speak and write fluent in French