Azure/AKS administrator operationalizing Desjardins’ ModelOp AI governance platform. Automating secure, resilient Kubernetes infrastructure and leading cloud platform operations.
Responsibilities
Lead the technological implementation and operationalization of the ModelOp platform, from initial design through operations
Serve as the technical lead for Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), guiding technological decisions and helping resolve complex challenges
Administer, maintain and update Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments supporting the platform
Design and automate deployment of infrastructure and platform components using Infrastructure as Code
Define and implement mechanisms ensuring the platform is available, resilient, secure and effective
Implement DevOps, CI/CD, GitOps, observability and monitoring practices necessary for platform operation
Ensure ModelOp integration with Azure services and the organization’s identity, security and connectivity frameworks
Identify issues, propose solutions and drive work forward amid evolving strategic directions or needs
Collaborate with and provide technical leadership to teams across AI, architecture, infrastructure, operations and cybersecurity functions
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of six years of relevant experience in the administration, engineering or operation of technological and cloud platforms
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Significant experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) in critical production environments
Experience in implementing or evolving complex technological platforms, ideally within large corporate environments
Experience with DevOps, CI/CD and GitOps practices, as well as with GitHub, GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps
Knowledge of French is required
Proficiency in Kubernetes, specifically cluster administration, node pools, namespaces, RBAC, Helm, ingress, secrets, certificates, network policies and autoscaling mechanisms
Expertise in Infrastructure as Code approaches, including Terraform
Knowledge of Azure services related to identity, security, networking, logging and operations, including Entra ID, Key Vault, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Policy and ACR
Benefits
Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
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