Linux System Administrator

As a Linux system administrator, you support IT efficiency. You configure, administer, maintain and upgrade Linux server management systems based on the organization’s needs. You lead practitioners on infrastructure maintenance projects and initiatives. You execute complex, innovative strategic initiatives. Your initiatives require extensive, in-depth knowledge of your line of work. Are you a dedicated system administrator with an interest in modern infrastructure management and automating repetitive tasks? Do you believe that infrastructure should be managed using a consistent, cross-sector approach with tools driven by continuous development?  If so, this position is for you! More specifically, you will be required to:

• Fully manage a suite of infrastructure tools (Ansible Tower, Red Hat Satellite, TIG, Pano, OpenLDAP, Perlix, Inventaire).

• Ensure the optimal performance of systems (monitor, correct issues, work with Red Hat support).

• Serve as an expert for the entire Linux team.

• Ensure tools are up to date.

• Create documentation.

• Develop automation to improve tool management.

• Develop and manage OS updates with Perlix.

• Work closely with other squads.

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What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus

• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

• Group insurance including telemedicine

• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

• A minimum of four years of relevant experience

• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

• Experience working on projects in large organizations 

• Experience administering Linux infrastructure

• Knowledge of French is required

• Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8 and 9

• Proficiency in Ansible and Python programming languages

• Knowledge of Red Hat Satellite and Ansible Tower

• Knowledge of CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Artifactory, GitHub, GitHub Action

• Knowledge of modern virtual environments (ESX-V, ESX-T)

• Knowledge of Azure cloud computing

• Availability to work outside of office hours to support deployments

Business insight, Interpersonal Savvy

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Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Job Family

Information technology (FG)

Unposting Date

2025-02-28