DevOps Engineer

Have you heard of BlueCat? We're one of those hidden gems that's been disrupting the market as a key player in the rapidly growing space of Intelligent Network Operations. Organizations require a new model of network operations that links foundational core services with a deep, predictive understanding of network health and performance to improve change readiness. BlueCat's Intelligent NetOps is a first-to-market combination of systems of understanding and change. BlueCat enables teams to enhance agility and mitigate risks from high rates of change with a unified management lifecycle, from provisioning to proactive troubleshooting and remediation.

At BlueCat, we take immense pride in our award-winning culture, an integral part of our identity. We are proud recipients of several prestigious accolades, including the
"Great Place to Work"
certification. By becoming a part of our team, you not only join a company at the forefront of technology but also become an integral member of Canada's top workplaces in various categories, including
Technology
,
Today's Youth and Women
, and
Mental Health and Inclusion
.

Reports To:

Director of Development, Integrations and Automation

About Us

We are a Networking Company focused on building smart applications, tools, and plugins that simplify our customers' lives. Our solutions are primarily crafted in Python and React, backed by PostgreSQL or SQLite databases, and deployed using Docker containers. Everything is hosted on our internal cloud platform – BlueCat Private Cloud (BPC) – built on VMware vSphere and custom BDDS servers.

Role Overview

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to strengthen our growing team. In this role, you will scale and optimize our CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure, and monitoring systems. You'll collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, security specialists, and managers to ensure that our software delivery is reliable, efficient, and secure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD.

• Manage and optimize Docker-based environments across Development, Release, and Production.

• Maintain and evolve infrastructure hosted on BPC (VMware-based private cloud).

• Monitor systems using ELK Stack and Prometheus/Grafana.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment.

• Support and enforce development standards: Linters, Formatters, Unit Tests, Cypress Tests.

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration (Ansible, Terraform – nice to have).

• Ensure secure and reliable deployment of Docker images to

Required Skills

• Strong experience with GitLab CI/CD.

• Proficiency in Docker and container orchestration.

• Solid knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu) server environments.

• Experience with monitoring tools (ELK Stack, Prometheus, Grafana).

• Understanding of networking concepts and cloud infrastructure.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Ansible and Terraform.

• Familiarity with VMware vSphere.

• Knowledge of Python, React, and Cypress.

• Experience working in Agile environments.

Why Join Us?

• Work on diverse and impactful projects that matter.

• Collaborate with a highly skilled and supportive team of ~30 people.

• Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexibility.

• Influence and improve DevOps practices at scale.

• Be part of a company that values innovation, automation, and growth.

If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, we look forward to receiving your application Our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well-being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.

In addition, we offer a range of appealing perks, including:

A Professional Development Budget

Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week

A Lifestyle Spending Account

An Employee Recognition Program

Join us in shaping the future of our organization, where your talent and dedication can truly thrive. We invite you to apply and become a valuable member of our team

BlueCat is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. BlueCat will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.