Platform Designer
Interac
Platform Designer
At Interac, we design and deliver products and solutions that give Canadians control over their money so they can get more out of life. But that’s not all. Whether we’re leading real-time money movement, driving innovative commerce solutions like open payments for transit systems, or making advancements in new areas like verification and open banking, we are playing a key role in shaping the future of the digital economy in Canada.
Want to make a lasting impact amongst a community of creative thinkers, problem solvers, technical virtuosos and high-performance application developers? We want to hear from you.
As a Platform Designer/Engineer, you will play a dual role in our product development team, contributing both to the design and the engineering aspects of our DevSecOps platform. You will follow the Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG) methodology, focusing on discovery, design, and delivery to ensure our platform meets user needs, security requirements, and business goals.
You'll be responsible for:
User Research: Conduct user research to understand the needs, behaviors, and pain points of DevSecOps practitioners. Use insights to inform design and engineering decisions.
Prototyping: Create wireframes, prototypes, and designs that effectively communicate design ideas and solutions for the DevSecOps platform.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, security experts, and other designers, to ensure a cohesive product vision.
Usability Testing: Plan and conduct usability tests to gather feedback and iterate on designs, ensuring the platform is user-friendly and secure.
CI/CD Pipeline Management: Design, implement, and maintain continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
Infrastructure as Code: Develop and manage infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
Automation: Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Monitoring and Logging: Implement and manage monitoring and logging solutions to ensure system reliability and performance.
Collaboration: Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth and reliable software releases.
Security: Integrate security best practices into the DevOps processes to ensure compliance and protect against threats.
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues in development, testing, and production environments.
You bring:
Design experience: 3+ years of experience in product design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work, particularly in DevSecOps or related fields.
Engineering experience: 3+ years in DevOps, system admin, or a related role
Skills: Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, as well as knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices such as:
Scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby.
CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Methodology: Familiarity with the SVPG methodology and a strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design and technical decisions and rationale.
Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about user needs, security requirements, and business goals.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Interac requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks:
- Canadian criminal record check;
- Public safety verification;
- Canadian ID cross-check;
- 5-year employment verification;
- Education verification; and
- If applicable, Credit Inquiry and Social Media Check
How we work
We know that exceptional people have great ideas and are passionate about their work. Our culture encourages excellence and actively rewards contributions with:
Connection: You’re surrounded by talented people every day who are driven by their passion of a common goal.
Core Values: They define us. Living them helps us be the best at what we do.
Compensation & Benefits: Pay is driven by individual and corporate performance and we provide a multitude of benefits and perks.
Education: To ensure you are the best at what you do we invest in you
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