System Administrator

Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a skilled IT System Administrator to enhance its technical infrastructure. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while supporting AI researchers and engineers in their mission for 'AI for good and for all.' The ideal candidate will ensure the seamless operation and security of systems, manage hardware and software resources, and provide essential technical support. With a focus on maintaining high-performance computing resources, this position is perfect for those eager to contribute to impactful AI projects in a collaborative environment. Join a team that values growth, development, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Flexible health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development activities

Access to community events

Casual work environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in system administration roles.
• Knowledge of various operating systems: Linux, Windows, and Mac.
• Proficient in network management protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high availability and security of IT infrastructure.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot user issues.
• Manage and maintain Linux and Windows servers.

Skills

Linux Server Management

Windows Server Management

Technical Support

Network Management

SaaS Applications Management

Virtualization (VMware)

Cloud Platforms Knowledge

Backup Solutions

System Security Management

Automation Scripting (Bash)

Education

System Administration Certificate

3+ years of experience

Tools

VMware

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Slack

Active Directory

Job description

“Ready to take your system administration expertise to the next level? Join our innovative team and help shape the future of our IT infrastructure. Apply now!”.

- Robert Craig | Director, IT

About Amii

Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) is one of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our cross-functional teams work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.

About the Role

We are seeking an IT System Administrator for a full-time, 4-year contract position. The System Administrator ensures the seamless operation and security of our technical infrastructure, empowering our AI researchers and engineers to focus on advancing our mission of ‘AI for good and for all’.

Reporting to the Director, IT, the System Administrator is responsible for maintaining and optimizing our company's IT infrastructure. This includes ensuring the availability, security, and performance of all systems, managing hardware and software resources, and providing technical support to staff. The System Administrator plays a crucial position in enabling our AI teams to perform cutting-edge research and development without technical hindrances.

The position focuses on achieving excellence in three main accountabilities:

• System Maintenance & Optimization
• Security Management
• Technical Support

Required Skills / Expertise

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides technical support to users by assisting with job submissions, troubleshooting issues, and resolving problems
• Manages and maintains Linux-based and Windows servers, ensuring high availability, performance, and security by performing regular updates, patches, and backups, while also configuring and managing essential network services such as DNS, DHCP, NFS, and SNMP
• Recommends & updates standard tech packages for staff considering job requirements, latest technology and budget; deployment of tech packages to new staff
• Automates system tasks with scripts (e.g., Bash) for backups, monitoring, and user management, and use configuration management tools to ensure system consistency
• Manages and administers SaaS applications such as Slack, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Google Cloud, Adobe Creative Cloud and ensure proper configuration, integration, and security of these applications
• Plans, tests, and deploys system upgrades and patches, keeping systems updated with security and performance enhancements, and coordinating maintenance to minimize user impact
• Monitors system logs and performance metrics to proactively resolve issues, troubleshoot problems with vendors and support teams, and manage monitoring tools for real-time system health
• Implements and maintains virtualization and containerization solutions (e.g., VMware) to optimize resource use and ensure secure, efficient operation
• Assist in daily operations and maintenance of the High-Performance Computing (HPC) Cluster running on Linux and SLURM, including monitoring system health and performance.
• Assists in expanding HPC resources based on user needs and growth projections, and maintain capacity planning models for scalability and performance

Qualifications:

• System Administration Certificate or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of Mac operating system, in addition to Linux & Windows
• Experience with various networking, routers and firewalls products
• Experience with VMware and KVM Hypervisors
• Experience with backup and data management solutions
• Knowledge of Active Directory and LDAP
• Experience with network management protocols (DHCP and DNS)
• Knowledge of Cloud platforms (Google Suite, Microsoft 365, Slack, ManageEngine MDM)
• Knowledge of network and system security (e.g. access management, authentication policies, and routing)

What you'll love about us

• A professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skills.
• Participate in professional development activities
• Gain access to the Amii community and events
• A chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeed.
• Competitive compensation, including paid time off and flexible health benefits.
• A modern office located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, please don’t wait for the closing May 23, 2025 to apply - we’re excited to add a new member to the Amii team for this role, and the posting may come down sooner than the closing date if we find the right candidate before the posting closes! When sending your application, please send your resume and cover letter indicating why you think you'd be a fit for Amii. In your cover letter, please include one professional accomplishment you are most proud of and why.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.

Amii is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Accommodations for disability-related needs throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. Any information provided by you for accommodations will be kept confidential and won’t be used in the selection process.