System Administrator

Alten; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Support for continuous learning

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is seeking a System Administrator to support their Enterprise Data and AI Platform across AWS and on-premise environments. The ideal candidate will manage Databricks and Snowflake workspaces and optimize the cloud environment using various AWS services. Strong AWS DevOps experience, including tools like Terraform and Jenkins, is required. The role emphasizes collaboration and continuous learning in a dynamic work setting that values innovation and inclusiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience with DevOps in AWS cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services including S3, Lambda, and CloudWatch.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and CI/CD tools like GitLab and Jenkins.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Enterprise Data and AI Platform across AWS and on-prem infrastructure.
• Use AWS services to optimize, secure, and automate the cloud environment.
• Collaborate with teams to design scalable and high-performance data solutions.

Skills

AWS cloud environments

Databricks

Snowflake

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Python

Kubernetes

Docker

Tools

GitLab

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defence, Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence is shaping the future of technology and industry.

Job Requirements

Position: System Administrator – Databricks

Context

• Supporting the Enterprise Data & AI Platform across hybrid cloud and on‑premise environments, with a strong focus on Databricks, Snowflake and AWS services.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Enterprise Data and AI Platform across AWS and on‑prem infrastructure, as well as Snowflake and Databricks.
• Use AWS services such as S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, VPC, AWS Backup, and SageMaker to optimize, secure, and automate the cloud environment.
• Manage multi‑tenant Databricks and Snowflake workspaces at platform level.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high‑performance data solutions.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience, including DevOps in AWS cloud environments.
• AWS experience with strong knowledge of S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, VPC, and AWS Backup. SageMaker is a strong asset.
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform, GitHub, GitLab, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins.

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, and Docker.
• Passion for technology and continuous learning.

Tools / Software / Methodology / Certifications

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Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development.

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offering accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.