About the role
Job Description On behalf of our client, Affinity is seeking a DevOps Engineer. You will play a critical role in shaping the foundation of our infrastructure, development workflows, and deployment pipelines. You will help the team in building a highly scalable, secure, and efficient system, working closely with product and engineering stakeholders to deliver platform excellence. This is a hands-on role focused on both execution and architectural vision, ideal for a DevOps expert with a strong Linux and Kubernetes background.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain our cloud-native infrastructure using best practices for reliability, scalability, and performance.
- Lead and mentor the engineering team on DevOps standards, infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, container orchestration, and security.
- Develop and maintain system architecture, technical documentation, and operational runbooks.
- Analyze, document, and optimize performance-critical modules of the platform.
- Own and evolve our CI/CD pipelines and release engineering practices.
- Collaborate with product owners, developers, and QA to ensure delivery pipelines are automated, observable, and reproducible.
- Recommend and introduce modern tools to improve engineering velocity and infrastructure resilience.
- Support production deployments and participate in the on-call rotation as needed.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering and/or DevOps, with demonstrated leadership in technical teams
- Strong hands-on experience with Linux system internals, performance tuning, and scripting (Bash, Python, etc.)
- Strong and Proven experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration at scale
- Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and related DevOps tooling
- Proficiency with monitoring, observability, and alerting tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, etc.)
- Experience with secure system design and DevSecOps best practices
- Familiarity with source control and team workflows using Git in a distributed environment
- Strong understanding of scalable system design, deployment strategies, and fault tolerance
Nice To Have
- Experience working with GPU drivers (NVIDIA, AMD) or performance-sensitive systems
- Experience with AI tooling such as LLM, vector databases, MCP
About You
- You challenge assumptions and think independently
- You work outside your comfort zone and get things done quickly
- You enjoy supporting and mentoring teammates, fostering best practices
- You thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments and are comfortable working in startups
- You are driven by automation, repeatability, and resilience in system design
Affinity Earn Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn up to $4,000/year for each successful referral through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://affinity-group.ca/earn/ or browse our jobs & follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/
About Affinity Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 12843
About Affinity
Welcome to Affinity Group — your trusted partner in business and technology consulting. As a carbon-neutral company certified by ClimatePartner and recognized by the Globe and Mail as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we are dedicated to delivering an unrivalled experience for our employees, consultants, and clients.
Professional Excellence Across Disciplines:
- Cyber Security Solutions: Protecting your operations with cutting-edge security measures.
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Transforming data into strategic insights.
- Digital Transformation: Pioneering digital innovations to future-proof your business.
- Enterprise Applications: Streamlining business processes through advanced software solutions.
- Project Management: Delivering projects with precision and efficiency.
- Technology Strategy & Architecture: Crafting robust IT frameworks to support scalable growth.
Delivering Tailored Solutions: We provide flexible, bespoke solutions designed to meet the specific demands of your business, driving your success forward with precision and innovation.
Global Reach with Affinity International: Expand your capabilities with our international talent solutions. Discover how we bring global expertise to your local and international projects at affinity-group.ca/international-companies.
Empowering Our Consultants: We are committed to facilitating professional growth and success. Explore a wide array of job opportunities through our referral program, AffinityEARN. Find your next challenge on our jobs page at affinity-group.ca/jobs or LinkedIn.
Ready to Enhance Your Business? Contact us today to discuss how we can support your goals. Email us at Sales@affinity-group.ca for inquiries and solutions tailored to your needs.
Join the innovative and supportive environment at Affinity Group, where we transform challenges into opportunities and individual potential into achievements. Discover more about how we can collaborate on our website below!
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About the role
Job Description On behalf of our client, Affinity is seeking a DevOps Engineer. You will play a critical role in shaping the foundation of our infrastructure, development workflows, and deployment pipelines. You will help the team in building a highly scalable, secure, and efficient system, working closely with product and engineering stakeholders to deliver platform excellence. This is a hands-on role focused on both execution and architectural vision, ideal for a DevOps expert with a strong Linux and Kubernetes background.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain our cloud-native infrastructure using best practices for reliability, scalability, and performance.
- Lead and mentor the engineering team on DevOps standards, infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, container orchestration, and security.
- Develop and maintain system architecture, technical documentation, and operational runbooks.
- Analyze, document, and optimize performance-critical modules of the platform.
- Own and evolve our CI/CD pipelines and release engineering practices.
- Collaborate with product owners, developers, and QA to ensure delivery pipelines are automated, observable, and reproducible.
- Recommend and introduce modern tools to improve engineering velocity and infrastructure resilience.
- Support production deployments and participate in the on-call rotation as needed.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering and/or DevOps, with demonstrated leadership in technical teams
- Strong hands-on experience with Linux system internals, performance tuning, and scripting (Bash, Python, etc.)
- Strong and Proven experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration at scale
- Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and related DevOps tooling
- Proficiency with monitoring, observability, and alerting tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, etc.)
- Experience with secure system design and DevSecOps best practices
- Familiarity with source control and team workflows using Git in a distributed environment
- Strong understanding of scalable system design, deployment strategies, and fault tolerance
Nice To Have
- Experience working with GPU drivers (NVIDIA, AMD) or performance-sensitive systems
- Experience with AI tooling such as LLM, vector databases, MCP
About You
- You challenge assumptions and think independently
- You work outside your comfort zone and get things done quickly
- You enjoy supporting and mentoring teammates, fostering best practices
- You thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments and are comfortable working in startups
- You are driven by automation, repeatability, and resilience in system design
Affinity Earn Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn up to $4,000/year for each successful referral through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://affinity-group.ca/earn/ or browse our jobs & follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/
About Affinity Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 12843
About Affinity
Welcome to Affinity Group — your trusted partner in business and technology consulting. As a carbon-neutral company certified by ClimatePartner and recognized by the Globe and Mail as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we are dedicated to delivering an unrivalled experience for our employees, consultants, and clients.
Professional Excellence Across Disciplines:
- Cyber Security Solutions: Protecting your operations with cutting-edge security measures.
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Transforming data into strategic insights.
- Digital Transformation: Pioneering digital innovations to future-proof your business.
- Enterprise Applications: Streamlining business processes through advanced software solutions.
- Project Management: Delivering projects with precision and efficiency.
- Technology Strategy & Architecture: Crafting robust IT frameworks to support scalable growth.
Delivering Tailored Solutions: We provide flexible, bespoke solutions designed to meet the specific demands of your business, driving your success forward with precision and innovation.
Global Reach with Affinity International: Expand your capabilities with our international talent solutions. Discover how we bring global expertise to your local and international projects at affinity-group.ca/international-companies.
Empowering Our Consultants: We are committed to facilitating professional growth and success. Explore a wide array of job opportunities through our referral program, AffinityEARN. Find your next challenge on our jobs page at affinity-group.ca/jobs or LinkedIn.
Ready to Enhance Your Business? Contact us today to discuss how we can support your goals. Email us at Sales@affinity-group.ca for inquiries and solutions tailored to your needs.
Join the innovative and supportive environment at Affinity Group, where we transform challenges into opportunities and individual potential into achievements. Discover more about how we can collaborate on our website below!