About Company
Career.zycto is at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation in software solutions. We champion an agile culture where automation, scalability, and robust infrastructure are paramount. As a dynamic team, we believe in empowering our engineers to sculpt the future of our platforms, fostering an environment ripe for continuous learning and professional growth. This is a place where a DevOps Engineer can truly thrive, applying their expertise to complex challenges and seeing tangible impact, surrounded by like-minded innovators dedicated to excellence and pushing technological boundaries.
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Job Description
Are you a seasoned DevOps Engineer passionate about building scalable, reliable, and secure infrastructure? Career.zycto is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our dynamic engineering team in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining our automated CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and operational tools. You will work closely with our development and operations teams to streamline workflows, enhance system performance, and ensure the seamless delivery of our innovative software products.
This isn’t just about keeping the lights on; it’s about pioneering the next generation of our platform’s capabilities. You’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by advocating for best practices in infrastructure as code, monitoring, and incident response. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys tackling complex technical challenges, and has a strong commitment to continuous improvement. If you’re eager to contribute to a company that values technical excellence, innovation, and empowers its engineers, then we encourage you to apply. You will be a key player in shaping our technological future, ensuring our systems are robust, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of our growing user base.
Your expertise will directly influence our ability to innovate faster and deliver higher quality products to our customers. You will contribute to creating a culture of reliability and operational excellence, directly impacting our product development lifecycle. Our tech stack is diverse and evolving, currently leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform, and a variety of scripting languages. We encourage proactive problem-solving, thoughtful system design, and a dedication to writing clean, maintainable code, even for infrastructure. This role offers the chance to dive deep into complex systems, optimize for performance and cost, and mentor junior team members. Join us in building resilient systems that power groundbreaking solutions. We value engineers who are not just problem-solvers but visionaries who can anticipate future challenges and design proactive solutions, ensuring our infrastructure remains a competitive advantage. Your strategic input on technology choices and architecture will be highly valued. This is an incredible opportunity to leave your mark on a growing company with a vibrant culture.
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Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure primarily on AWS.
- Develop, manage, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated software delivery using modern tools.
- Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Monitor system performance, availability, and security, responding to incidents and optimizing resource utilization.
- Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure applications are designed for reliability, scalability, and observability.
- Automate operational tasks and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
- Contribute to disaster recovery planning, implementation, and regular testing.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to provide support for critical infrastructure and applications.
- Evaluate and introduce new tools and technologies to continuously improve the overall infrastructure and deployment process.
Required Skills
- 3+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar infrastructure-focused role.
- Strong proficiency with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, IAM, CloudWatch, EKS).
- Expertise in CI/CD pipeline implementation and management (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
- Solid experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Proficient in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong scripting skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, Bash, Go).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
- Deep understanding of networking, security best practices, and system administration in a Linux environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional, Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional).
- Experience with database administration and optimization (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
- Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
- Prior experience working with microservices architectures and serverless technologies.
- Experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced technology environment.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Budget for professional development opportunities, including courses, certifications, and conference attendance.
- Performance-based bonuses and potential for stock options.
- Modern, collaborative office space in vibrant Mount Pleasant with excellent transit access.
- A supportive, inclusive, and innovative company culture.
- Regular team social events, company lunches, and recreational activities.
- Provision of state-of-the-art equipment and tools to ensure productivity and comfort.
How to Apply
Ready to shape the future with us? We encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our application link below. Please click on the link to submit your resume and cover letter, outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to reviewing your application!
