System Administrator

Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd.; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in York Region, Canada is looking for a System Administrator for a 12-month contract. The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware and software in a network environment. Candidates must have a Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in computer science and at least 5 years of experience in server/lab administration, with strong expertise in Linux and Windows operating systems. The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years working experience as server/lab administration.
• Excellent knowledge of the Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Strong knowledge of common Linux applications and systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, support and maintain hardware/software.
• Maintain and manage infrastructure including electrical and HVAC.
• Assist with the implementation and deployment of information systems.

Skills

Linux operating systems

Windows operating systems

Scripting (bash, Perl, Python)

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in computer science

Tools

CAD tools (Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence, Ansoft)

Job description

Overview

Huawei Canada has an immediate 12-month contract opening for a System Administrator.

About the team

From Procurement to Finance to IT services and much more, the Quality & Operation Department provides critical support for all of Huawei Canada. This department prides itself on its ability to solve complex problems, often under tight deadlines, while provided world class service. The department’s name reflects its commitment to quality and operational excellence.

About the job

• Install, configure, support and maintain hardware/software in a multiple-server, network environment and testing lab
• Maintain and manage the infrastructure including electrical and HVAC, diagnose and provide solutions to networks and systems issues
• Assist with the implementation, deployment and operation of information systems and technology solutions for business needs
• Perform and assist with disaster recovery operations as necessary. Produce appropriate operational documentation, enforce health and safety policies and practices, inspect and maintain supplies and materials, and analyze reports to provide relevant information to management to assist with high level decision making
• Identify and implement improvements in existing processes and procedures. Advise management of potential improvements in support of future requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

About the ideal candidate

• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in computer science, or relevant subject
• Minimum of 5 years working experience as server/lab administration
• Excellent knowledge of the Linux and Windows operating systems
• Strong knowledge of common Linux applications and systems, including NIS, LDAP, NFS, NAS, Samba, Yum, etc
• Extensive experience in working with virtualized infrastructure and appliances
• Experience with CAD tools installation and support, such as Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence and Ansoft
• Strong experience in scripting, including but not limited to bash, Perl, Python
• Critical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills