Technical Specialist Advisory (RedHat Linux & Solaris)
Top Benefits
About the role
The team:
Scotiabank’s Global Technology Enterprise Platforms (GTEP) Operations - Infrastructure Support’s Unix Infrastructure team is responsible for providing infrastructure support on servers running RedHat Linux & Solaris operating systems for various mission‑critical business applications.
The role:
As part of our team, you will provide systems‑level support for over 3,000 mission‑critical application production and non‑production servers. Your responsibilities include technical troubleshooting and providing solutions to complex issues, also work on capacity planning and providing recommendations. This role will include project work and interacting with multiple stakeholders. You will participate in semi‑annual Disaster Recovery (DR) fail‑over testing regularly as outlined in the bank's policies and procedures to ensure DR functionality.
There is occasional overtime for after‑hours or weekend work. Also, rotational 24x7 on‑call support is required.
Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
- Thrive on multi‑tasking and prioritizing work to meet deadlines in a large complex environment.
- Embrace 2nd level UNIX support on production issues, participating in Incident Management / Problem Management / Change Management; and working on security vulnerabilities as part of the audit and compliance requirements.
- Work on Solaris, Linux operating systems running on Oracle Sparc and x86 HW products, and virtual hosts including LDOM’s, VMware and Cloud.
- Work with Veritas Clustering/Storage Foundation, RedHat clustering, Solaris ZFS (Zettabyte File System) and EMC/Hitachi SAN storage products.
- Monitor the environment and identify any issues that could be of a risk and then rectify them.
- Work on automation by using Ansible for implementing changes, patching, fixing security vulnerabilities, and writing scripts for system monitoring.
- Aid with project management functions during all stages of requirements rollout including assessment, planning, initiation, implementation, and management.
- Assist in the identification, development and maintenance of policies and procedures that are relevant to the proper operational functions of the Unix infrastructure.
- Be detail‑oriented, proactive, eager to learn and thrive on challenges.
- Mentor and coach more junior members of the team sharing your knowledge to grow the team through the individuals.
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:
- Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills.
- 10+ years of hands‑on technical experience with system administration, recovery, configuration & troubleshooting of Solaris (10/11) and Red Hat Linux (7/8).
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience troubleshooting Oracle Sparc and x86 hardware products.
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience with configuration, administration, builds and troubleshooting of Veritas/Symantec Storage Foundation (VSF) & Veritas/Symantec Cluster Services.
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience with NIS/IDM, NFS, Solaris Zones & Solaris Logical Domains (LDOM’s).
- Very good technical knowledge of SAN/NAS storage file systems and virtualization platforms/technologies.
- Strong scripting capabilities (shell, perl) and use of Ansible automation.
- Good problem‑solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure with time constraints and prioritize competing priorities.
- Post‑secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
What's in it for you?
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship – inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) across gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
- Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations – commitment to removing barriers and providing an accessible environment.
- Upskilling – online courses, cross‑functional development opportunities, tuition assistance.
- Competitive Rewards program – bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, benefits starting day one.
- Dynamic Ecosystem – free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, ample collaboration space.
- Community Engagement – opportunities for community involvement and belonging regardless of work location.
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Scarborough || Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role.
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Technical Specialist Advisory (RedHat Linux & Solaris)
Top Benefits
About the role
The team:
Scotiabank’s Global Technology Enterprise Platforms (GTEP) Operations - Infrastructure Support’s Unix Infrastructure team is responsible for providing infrastructure support on servers running RedHat Linux & Solaris operating systems for various mission‑critical business applications.
The role:
As part of our team, you will provide systems‑level support for over 3,000 mission‑critical application production and non‑production servers. Your responsibilities include technical troubleshooting and providing solutions to complex issues, also work on capacity planning and providing recommendations. This role will include project work and interacting with multiple stakeholders. You will participate in semi‑annual Disaster Recovery (DR) fail‑over testing regularly as outlined in the bank's policies and procedures to ensure DR functionality.
There is occasional overtime for after‑hours or weekend work. Also, rotational 24x7 on‑call support is required.
Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
- Thrive on multi‑tasking and prioritizing work to meet deadlines in a large complex environment.
- Embrace 2nd level UNIX support on production issues, participating in Incident Management / Problem Management / Change Management; and working on security vulnerabilities as part of the audit and compliance requirements.
- Work on Solaris, Linux operating systems running on Oracle Sparc and x86 HW products, and virtual hosts including LDOM’s, VMware and Cloud.
- Work with Veritas Clustering/Storage Foundation, RedHat clustering, Solaris ZFS (Zettabyte File System) and EMC/Hitachi SAN storage products.
- Monitor the environment and identify any issues that could be of a risk and then rectify them.
- Work on automation by using Ansible for implementing changes, patching, fixing security vulnerabilities, and writing scripts for system monitoring.
- Aid with project management functions during all stages of requirements rollout including assessment, planning, initiation, implementation, and management.
- Assist in the identification, development and maintenance of policies and procedures that are relevant to the proper operational functions of the Unix infrastructure.
- Be detail‑oriented, proactive, eager to learn and thrive on challenges.
- Mentor and coach more junior members of the team sharing your knowledge to grow the team through the individuals.
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if you have:
- Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills.
- 10+ years of hands‑on technical experience with system administration, recovery, configuration & troubleshooting of Solaris (10/11) and Red Hat Linux (7/8).
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience troubleshooting Oracle Sparc and x86 hardware products.
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience with configuration, administration, builds and troubleshooting of Veritas/Symantec Storage Foundation (VSF) & Veritas/Symantec Cluster Services.
- 10+ years of hands‑on experience with NIS/IDM, NFS, Solaris Zones & Solaris Logical Domains (LDOM’s).
- Very good technical knowledge of SAN/NAS storage file systems and virtualization platforms/technologies.
- Strong scripting capabilities (shell, perl) and use of Ansible automation.
- Good problem‑solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure with time constraints and prioritize competing priorities.
- Post‑secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
What's in it for you?
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship – inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) across gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
- Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations – commitment to removing barriers and providing an accessible environment.
- Upskilling – online courses, cross‑functional development opportunities, tuition assistance.
- Competitive Rewards program – bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, benefits starting day one.
- Dynamic Ecosystem – free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, ample collaboration space.
- Community Engagement – opportunities for community involvement and belonging regardless of work location.
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Scarborough || Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role.
Job Segment: Linux, Change Management, Computer Science, Open Source, Investment Banking, Technology, Finance, Management
About Scotiabank
Welcome to Scotiabank. We serve thousands of customers, families, and communities across the globe, helping them achieve success through advice, products, and services. Follow for news, insights, thought leadership and more.
Our disclaimer: bit.ly/socialdisclaim