About The Company

BMO Capital Markets is a premier full-service financial services provider with a global presence. Renowned for delivering comprehensive investment banking, treasury management, research, and advisory services, BMO Capital Markets caters to a diverse client base across industries and regions. The organization prides itself on fostering innovation, integrity, and excellence in all its offerings, supporting clients through complex financial solutions and strategic insights. As part of the Bank of Montreal (BMO), the company benefits from a rich heritage of stability and growth, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the financial industry. Its commitment to technological advancement and customer-centric solutions underscores its leadership in the market.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our Data Cognition Team at BMO Capital Markets. This pivotal role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure DevOps pipelines and infrastructure to support AI and data-driven applications across Investment Banking and Global Markets. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in enabling automated deployment environments, ensuring system reliability, and optimizing cloud and containerized environments. You will work closely with data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders to streamline operations, enhance security protocols, and implement best practices in infrastructure management. Your expertise will directly contribute to advancing BMO's capabilities in AI and machine learning, facilitating innovative solutions that drive strategic business outcomes.

Qualifications

University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field. Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (k8s), ArgoCD, and deployment of services like Kafka, Druid, and OpenTelemetry. Proficiency in programming languages including Python, Go, and Bash. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Helm, and Kustomize. Knowledge of cloud security frameworks and tools, including CSPM, DSPM, and ASPM. Experience with containerized environments and OCI image building. Familiarity with DevOps tools such as GitHub, GitLab CI, Jenkins, Prometheus, Grafana, Elasticsearch, and Kibana. Strong understanding of security protocols including Kerberos, TLS, and OAuth2. Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with technical teams and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain end-to-end DevOps pipelines for AI and data applications, ensuring high reliability and scalability. Enhance and optimize build infrastructure for in-house data and analytics applications. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for platform components and automate deployment processes. Maintain and upgrade server infrastructure, including multiple clusters, to ensure optimal performance. Improve monitoring facilities across diverse applications and troubleshoot infrastructure issues promptly. Integrate enterprise technologies for seamless application release and system integration. Stay current with emerging DevOps, AI/ML, and cloud technologies to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices and ensure compliance. Automate routine tasks to increase operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Benefits

Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $120,000 CAD, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses. Comprehensive health insurance coverage and retirement savings plans. Tuition reimbursement programs and ongoing professional development opportunities. Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies. Supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and innovation. Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance initiatives.

Equal Opportunity

BMO Capital Markets is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients and innovate effectively. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process to ensure equitable access for all candidates.