Junior Software Engineering Developer, DevOps (New Grad)

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is shaping the future of defence and security by designing and delivering advanced, mission-critical solutions. They are seeking a motivated Junior DevOps Engineering Analyst to assist in building, maintaining, and improving development and operational efficiency, working closely with stakeholders to modernize engineering culture and practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery processes
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) scripts using tools like Terraform and Ansible
• Automate repetitive tasks using scripting languages (Bash, Python, or PowerShell)
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for infrastructure and applications
• Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
• Optimize system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system availability and reliability
• Evaluate, prototype, and roll out new tools and technologies to support the DevOps automation transformation effort
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and implement system hardening and compliance measures
• Configure, manage and maintain functional and virtualized networks, devices and infrastructure
• Integrate tools together and automating their provisioning, configuration, and management
• Writing software and scripts necessary to deploy solutions and automate tasks

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering; Computer Science; or a related technical/engineering degree
• Previous DevOps experience is preferred
• CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI (preferred)
• Scripting languages: Python, Bash, Powershell
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• Configuration: Ansible, Terraform, Packer
• Observability (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and branching strategies
• Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows systems
• Experience working through the software development life cycle
• Knowledge of networking concepts (DNS, TCP/IP, VPNs, etc)
• Experience with virtualized environments
• Thrive working in a team environment, developing consensus rather than working alone
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices
• Exposure working in an Agile environment, or an understanding of Agile methodologies
• Familiarity with test automation tools and integrating those into your development process

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, from day one of employment at no cost to you.
• Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA).
• Emergency medical travel insurance.
• 24/7 virtual health care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – counselling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning.
• Onsite fitness facilities & employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service.
• Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.
• Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one.
• Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation, holidays, vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options).
• Sick leave and disability programs.
• Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources.
• Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning.
• Self-directed mentoring opportunities.
• Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.
• Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, as well as services and activities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees.
• Employee social clubs and recreational activities.

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