Systems Administrator

Staples Canada; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Health and Dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Performance bonuses

Learning & Development programs

Job summary

A leading retail company in Richmond Hill is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to ensure high availability and continuity of technology across multiple Data Centers in Canada. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Windows and Linux servers, virtualization, and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include managing servers and storage, providing user support, and automating processes. This role offers a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits including health coverage and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in implementing and supporting Windows and Linux servers.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional server/systems administration role.
• Strong experience supporting virtualized environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain Data Centre equipment including servers and storage.
• Travel to Data Centers for maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Build and maintain virtual and physical servers on Windows and Linux platforms.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or related

5+ years of equivalent IT experience

Tools

HPE Synergy-series blades

3PAR storage

VMware vCenter

PowerShell

Microsoft 365

Job description

Some of what you will do

Systems Administrator is a Senior position. The recipient will be responsible for high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure in multiple Data Centers across Canada.

Job Description

Systems Administrator is a Senior position. The recipient will be responsible for high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure in multiple Data Centers across Canada.

The recipient will have extensive experience in implementing, maintaining and supporting Windows and Linux servers, provisioning storage, and interconnectivity of all Data Centre systems.

The recipient will have strong communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills as well as be able to adapt to changing, fast‑paced and high‑pressure work environment.

Specifically, You Will

• Design, implement and maintain Data Centre equipment including, but not limited to, servers, storage, network switches, and vendor appliances.
• Travel as required to Data Centers to implement, maintain and troubleshoot the environment.
• Build and maintain virtual and physical servers on Windows and Linux platforms.
• Manage and monitor virtual environment using VMware vCenter.
• Create/modify/delete objects and resources in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, DNS management using Infoblox or similar technology/services and Group Policy Objects.
• Build and manage Cloud VM’s and resources.
• Implement and maintain file share services, web services, SFTP/FTP services, SSL certificates.
• Automate and streamline processes using PowerShell, Command Shell and other languages and technologies.
• Provide escalation level support to Help Desk and other departments.
• On-call/after-hours support duties on a rotational basis amongst the team.

Some Of What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or a related field of study and/or 5+ years of equivalent IT working experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional server/systems administration role.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting virtualized environments.
• Must have a drive to continually improve and a passion for evolving technology.
• HPE Synergy-series blades and chassis, DL-series rack‑mount servers, 3PAR storage and knowledge/experience with other comparable brands.
• IIS, SFTP, FTP, InfoBlox/DNS, SSL Certificates and Splunk.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently or as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills.

Physical Demands/working Conditions

Office environment – Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, subject to the hybrid policy.

Some Of What You Will Get

• Associate discount
• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• Learning & Development programs
• And more

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About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Team

At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team

Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.