Linux System Administrator

Aviso Wealth:

At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at .

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Linux System Administrator to join our IT Team.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Data Center and Cloud Operations the Linux System Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining Linux-based systems, enhancing cloud infrastructure, automating various processes, and managing APIs to ensure efficient and secure operations. This skilled role requires expertise in cloud environments, automation, and API management.

Who you are:

• Service – You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization

What your day looks like:

• Manage and maintain Linux-based systems, ensuring their stability, security, and performance
• Provision, configure, and monitor cloud services to support business operations
• Automate routine tasks and processes using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to system performance, connectivity, and security
• Implement and manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery solutions for cloud and on-premises environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate infrastructure components into existing processes and procedures
• Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices for both cloud and on-premises environments
• Provide support for servers, Active Directory, and other enterprise data center components
• Monitor system performance and optimize resource usage to ensure high availability and reliability
• Design scalable cloud architectures leveraging infrastructure-as-code and robust disaster recovery practices
• Execute daily cloud support operational activities, including incident management, problem management, change management, and disaster recovery
• Proactively enhance monitoring, optimize performance, implement logging/alerting, and lead cost-saving initiatives
• Manage and maintain API gateways and related infrastructure
• Develop, deploy, and monitor APIs to ensure they meet performance and security standards
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate APIs into applications and services

Your experience and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in managing Linux-based systems and cloud environments
•  Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Azure Bicep or Terraform
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell
• Knowledge of network protocols and services, including DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, and SFTP
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware
• Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications related to cloud environments, such as Azure Solutions Architect, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Experience with automation and configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps practices
• Experience with API management platforms and tools

Work Environment:

• This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and availability to work night and weekend hours on occasion as required

Why Aviso Wealth?

At Aviso Wealth, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aviso Wealth welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Company Overview:

Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with over $130 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.

A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.

Salary

This position is posted with an expected salary range of $95,000 - $120,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.