About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Senior Application Specialist for a 1 year contract. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of experience in a similar role and a strong interest in DevOps, CI/CD, and software automation. You will play a critical part in supporting, deploying, and optimizing IBM Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) and related toolchains to ensure the seamless delivery of quality software across environments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Build, install, configure, and troubleshoot the Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) application.
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Deploy code and manage secure environments supporting RTV infrastructure.
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Collaborate with Developers and QA teams to diagnose, recreate, and resolve complex system and application issues.
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Participate in Agile ceremonies (Kanban/Scrum), contributing to estimation, planning, and delivery.
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Engage in a rotating on-call schedule and be available for off-hours/weekend support when required.
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Champion DevOps best practices and culture to improve software quality and deployment velocity.
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Support and maintain Linux (RHEL) and Windows server environments.
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Continuously learn and adopt emerging technologies relevant to the role.
Requirements
* 5+ years of experience in a similar application support or DevOps role.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
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Experience supporting and managing Linux (RHEL) and Windows operating systems.
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Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Bash, PowerShell, Python, PHP, Java, or Groovy.
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Working knowledge of Continuous Integration/Delivery (CI/CD) tools such as GitLab or similar platforms.
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Hands-on experience with Rational Test Virtualization or similar service virtualization tools.
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Basic understanding of cloud service providers: AWS, GCP, or Azure.
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Familiarity with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
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Knowledge of networking fundamentals and general software automation principles.
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Experience with logging and monitoring solutions such as ELK Stack, Splunk, Zabbix, or Prometheus.
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Proficiency in GIT or other version control systems.
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Understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies.
Key Attributes:
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Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
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Highly innovative, adaptable, and self-directed.
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Passion for DevOps practices and continuous improvement.
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Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and effectively.
Location: Onsite, Toronto, ON
Type of Job: Temporary, Contractor
Contract Start/End Date: Nov 3, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026
Length of Contract: 12 months with the possibility of extension
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Senior Application Specialist for a 1 year contract. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of experience in a similar role and a strong interest in DevOps, CI/CD, and software automation. You will play a critical part in supporting, deploying, and optimizing IBM Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) and related toolchains to ensure the seamless delivery of quality software across environments.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Build, install, configure, and troubleshoot the Rational Test Virtualization (RTV) application.
-
Deploy code and manage secure environments supporting RTV infrastructure.
-
Collaborate with Developers and QA teams to diagnose, recreate, and resolve complex system and application issues.
-
Participate in Agile ceremonies (Kanban/Scrum), contributing to estimation, planning, and delivery.
-
Engage in a rotating on-call schedule and be available for off-hours/weekend support when required.
-
Champion DevOps best practices and culture to improve software quality and deployment velocity.
-
Support and maintain Linux (RHEL) and Windows server environments.
-
Continuously learn and adopt emerging technologies relevant to the role.
Requirements
* 5+ years of experience in a similar application support or DevOps role.
-
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
-
Experience supporting and managing Linux (RHEL) and Windows operating systems.
-
Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Bash, PowerShell, Python, PHP, Java, or Groovy.
-
Working knowledge of Continuous Integration/Delivery (CI/CD) tools such as GitLab or similar platforms.
-
Hands-on experience with Rational Test Virtualization or similar service virtualization tools.
-
Basic understanding of cloud service providers: AWS, GCP, or Azure.
-
Familiarity with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
-
Knowledge of networking fundamentals and general software automation principles.
-
Experience with logging and monitoring solutions such as ELK Stack, Splunk, Zabbix, or Prometheus.
-
Proficiency in GIT or other version control systems.
-
Understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies.
Key Attributes:
-
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
-
Highly innovative, adaptable, and self-directed.
-
Passion for DevOps practices and continuous improvement.
-
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and effectively.
Location: Onsite, Toronto, ON
Type of Job: Temporary, Contractor
Contract Start/End Date: Nov 3, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026
Length of Contract: 12 months with the possibility of extension