Technical Specialist Advisory

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a seasoned Technical Specialist to support Linux-based applications and automation solutions. This role requires expertise in Ansible scripting and Tower management, along with skills in troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience in Linux administration, familiarity with ITIL, and strong communication skills. Join this dynamic environment where diversity and inclusion are prioritized, and enjoy competitive rewards from day one.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion programs

Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations

Online courses and tuition assistance

Competitive rewards program

Workplace amenities for collaboration

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Linux application support and administration.
• Strong expertise in Ansible scripting and Ansible Tower management.
• Proven experience in root cause analysis and complex troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and process-oriented methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert for Linux application support and automation.
• Perform root cause analysis for critical incidents and provide permanent solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues across Linux environments.
• Design and maintain Ansible playbooks and workflows.
• Collaborate to ensure system stability and performance.

Skills

Linux application support

Ansible scripting

Ansible Tower management

Root cause analysis

Complex troubleshooting

ITIL framework

Middleware experience (IBM MQ, JBoss, Tomcat)

Excellent communication skills

Education

Certifications in Linux and/or Ansible

Job description

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Requisition ID: 244926

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Specialist to provide expert advisory and hands-on support for Linux-based applications and automation solutions. This role requires strong proficiency in Ansible scripting and Ansible Tower management, with the ability to lead root cause analysis and troubleshoot complex issues in enterprise environments. Middleware experience (IBM MQ, JBoss, Tomcat) is considered an asset.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Act as a subject matter expert for Linux application support and automation.
• Perform root cause analysis for critical incidents and provide permanent solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues across Linux environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks and manage Ansible Tower workflows.
• Provide advisory support to application teams on best practices for automation and deployment.
• Working knowledge of DevOps principles and practices
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure system stability and performance.
• Support and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely remediation of findings
• Participate in incident, problem, and change management processes aligned with ITIL.
• Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning for Applications in support.
• Document technical solutions, processes, and troubleshooting guides for knowledge sharing.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have.

• 8+ years of experience in Linux application support and administration.
• Strong expertise in Ansible scripting and Ansible Tower management.
• Proven experience in root cause analysis and complex troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and process-oriented methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Middleware experience with IBM MQ, JBoss, and Tomcat (asset).
• Experience in banking or financial services environments.
• Certifications in Linux and/or Ansible (asset but not mandatory).
• Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership.
• Strong documentation and process adherence skills.

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias‑free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross‑functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.